Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Photovoltaics)
Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Photovoltaics)Locations: Berlin, Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, Milan or Madrid (hybrid)Application deadline: 31 Oct 2025 (early applications encouraged)
Nature Communications is the leading multidisciplinary Open Access journal, publishing high-quality scientific research. We are seeking a researcher with a background in photovoltaic technologies, who has a critical eye, deep understanding of their subject, and interests beyond their specialty.
About The Role
The Associate/Senior Editor handles manuscripts in device physics, chemistry, and materials science, with a particular interest in photovoltaic technologies and related photophysics. The role is in our Berlin, Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, Milan and Madrid offices on a hybrid working model and is full-time permanent.
Responsibilities

Handle original research papers.
Work closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
Make well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in light of expert advice.
Determine the representation of their subject in the journal.
Liaise extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and with experts in the international scientific community.
Attend conferences and visit research institutions.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

A PhD (or equivalent) in physics/materials science, including organic solar cells, perovskite solar cells, perovskite optoelectronics, and tandem solar cells.
Experience with applied computational methods and machine learning is preferred but not essential.
Postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not essential; a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of the subject is essential.
A passion for science and engineering and a thirst to learn more; breadth of interest in scientific research across electrical and electronic engineering and energy infrastructure.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and fluency in English (written and spoken).
Eagerness to travel and meet scientists worldwide.
Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply.

To Apply

CV
Cover letter explaining your interest in the post and your preferred office of employment.
Separate concise (300-400 words) discussion of recent scientific developments in any area related to photovoltaics and optoelectronics that they found particularly exciting, stating why.

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