Nature Physics is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join its editorial team.
The journal publishes high-quality papers in all areas of physics and related fields and also features commentary and analysis from and for the wider physics community. For more information about the journal, see our website (http://www.nature.com/nphys).
Requirements
This role can be located in our Shanghai, Beijing, Milan, or Pune offices based on a hybrid working pattern and on a full-time, permanent basis. Further details regarding benefits and hybrid working in your preference of location will be discussed during the interview process.
To Apply, please upload the required materials (below) to your application:
A cover letter explaining your interest in the job, salary expectation and preferred office location.
A CV detailing your education, relevant employment history and any other achievements that you feel demonstrates your suitability for the position.
A 300-word Research Highlight in the style of Nature Physics covering a peer-reviewed research paper that has caught your attention recently. The paper you highlight should not be from your own (or previous) research group or from Nature Physics and should be on a topic that you find interesting and exciting. The highlight should explain the significance and implications of the research to someone who is not a specialist
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
Title: Associate or Senior Editor , Nature Physics
Locations: Shanghai, Beijing, Milan or Pune - hybrid working model
Application Deadline: June 5th, 2026
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