Interim Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Reviews Computing (m/w/d)

Job Title:   Interim Associate or Senior Editor,   Nature Reviews Computing    

Location s :   Heidelberg, Pune -   fixed term for 9 Months
Application Deadline: 14.09.2026  

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About The Role:  

Nature Reviews Computing   has a vacancy for an interim Associate or Senior Editor for  an initial  six-month period.   

Nature Reviews Computing   will launch in January 2027 and will publish commissioned high-impact Review, Perspective and Comment articles covering the full spectrum of computer science and its applications, including topics such as hardware, architecture, networks and communication systems, theory of computation, computing paradigms, AI and machine learning, numerical computing, and applied computing.  

In particular, beyond surveying individual fields and setting standards, the journal wants to stimulate dialogue and bridge gaps between disciplines by showcasing synergies across computer science as well as highlighting its translational relevance.   It will also explore the intersections between computing and society, emphasizing the global role of computer science.  Nature Reviews Computing   should serve as an accessible, inclusive, long-term resource that offers a wide perspective for the future of the field.  

As   Nature Reviews Computing   is a newly launching journal, the editors have the exciting opportunity to work with the Chief Editor to define and build this journal.   

Role responsibilities:
Commission reviews and opinion pieces in emerging and strategically important areas of research.  

Work closely with authors throughout the writing and revision process, providing feedback on synopses, developmentally editing manuscripts, refining accepted content, and contributing ideas for figures and other display items.  

Organize and manage peer review, evaluating manuscripts and reviewer feedback to support informed editorial decisions and maintain high editorial standards.  

Write Research Highlights and other editorial content that communicates significant scientific advances clearly and accurately to a broad research audience.    

Liaise extensively with researchers through institutional visits, international conferences, and ongoing community engagement to strengthen the journal's network and reputation.  

 

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:     

A PhD   in computer science. All suitable candidates will be considered, but preference will be given to those with   previous   editorial experience and/or a background in areas of theoretical computer science, logic, formal methods, networks and communications systems, hardware and architecture, or distributed computing .    

Broad scientific knowledge  

The ability to absorb new areas of research, and  identify  new developments and research trends in fields beyond their immediate specialty   

Willingness to travel to meet researchers and learn more about them and their work; and to advertise the journal     

Demonstrable ability to edit text for sense, clarity, factual  correctness  and language (which will be assessed during the interview process)   

Demonstrable writing ability   

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills   

Keen attention to detail   

 

The position is offered on a full-time, fixed-term contract basis, and will be based   on a hybrid model   in our Heidelberg or Pune offices.     

To apply, please   submit :  

A CV  

A cover letter explaining their interest in the position (please include your notice period)  

Five proposed Review articles to commission for the journal. For each proposal, please include a brief (2-3 sentences each) justification for the topic and a potential lead author.  

Please   note   we will   be reviewing   candidate applications as they are   submitted   and so encourage you to apply as early as possible.  

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Job Posting End Date:
14-09-2026