Location s : Heidelberg, Pune – Hybrid model full time, fixed term (9 Months)
Application Deadline: September 14. 2026
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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.
Working closely with authors throughout the writing and revision process by providing feedback on synopses, developmentally editing first drafts, line-by-line editing the final manuscript pre-acceptance, and developing ideas for figures and other display items
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 .
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.
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Job Posting End Date:
14-09-2026
