American Society is hiring: Manuscript Transfer Editor in Washington

Job Overview

The role of the Manuscript Transfer Editor is to oversee the manuscript transfer program within the ASM Journals portfolio. This includes managing transfer of rejected manuscripts to other ASM Journals by analyzing the manuscript subject matter and considering Editor as well as reviewer feedback to make appropriate recs. This role is responsible for timely processing of manuscripts and regularly compiling and distributing reports on manuscript transfers. The Manuscript Transfer Editor plays a critical role in retaining more manuscripts in house and will collaborate with members of the Editorial and Ops team to work towards this objective. Due to the nature of the role, a strong understanding of biological sciences and interfacing areas along with journal scopes and standards is required.

Accountabilities (are the critical activities and results the position is held accountable to produce)

1. Program Management
2. Project Management
3. Grow the Organization
4. Coordination and Communication
5. Industry Participation

Essential Functions (defines the critical end results expected of the jobholder related to the accountabilities above)

1. Responsible for the manuscript transfer program within ASM Journals, including assessing manuscripts for transfer eligibility, enforcing manuscript transfer policies, and resolving queries from stakeholders as needed.

2. Evaluate scientific research in microbial sciences and interfacing areas.

3. Decide the fate of rejection manuscripts in conjunction with Editors.

4. Partner with Journals staff to align manuscript transfer strategy with department objectives.

5. Oversee manuscript transfer metrics and regularly report on manuscript transfer to ensure progress towards objectives.

6. Establish relationships with editorial teams of sister ASM journals and stay abreast of any new initiatives and evolving journal scopes within the ASM portfolio.

7. Participate in pilot project, program improvements, Journals meetings, and Editorial Board meetings as needed.

8. Identify and report on bottlenecks and opportunities in the transfer process.

9. Stay updated on developments in the microbial sciences, open access initiatives, and the evolving publishing landscape.

10. This position description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

Technical Competencies (are applied or practical knowledge and skills needed for effective technical performance)

1. Analytics: Collects, analyzes and structures information, provides insight and advice; gathers and analyzes reliable, relevant and verifiable information, tests hypotheses, and draws conclusions.
2. Project Management Skills: Plans, initiates, executes, controls and closes projects. Tracks and manages resources, timelines, costs, deliverables and performance, and implements contingency plans, if necessary, to ensure projects are successfully completed.
3. Organizational Knowledge: Understands the norms and culture of ASM, the organizational structure and mission. Is able to effectively navigate the organization to accomplish work objectives.
4. Planning and Organizing Skills: The ability to organize, prioritize and, where applicable, delegate work activities to efficiently accomplish tasks and meet objectives.
5. Presentation and Written Communication Skills: Either "one-on-one" or within a group setting, employing the use of various media to share ideas, convey information and obtain necessary inputs in a clear and concise manner.
6. Domain Knowledge: Demonstrates professional/technical knowledge, skills and expertise within functional area. Stays current on best practices and the ability to apply that knowledge and/or skill in a variety of work situations.
7. Enterprise Processes and Technologies: Understands and effectively uses standard office equipment such as personal computers / laptops, and office automation software. Uses new, specialized or the organization-specific equipment, technologies, software, databases and systems, as required, in accordance with the organization policies. Up to date on social media and uses it appropriately on behalf of ASM.

Behavioral Competencies (are observable behaviors and skills that matter most for success)

1. Instills Trust (Respect/Honor) - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
2. Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
3. Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
4. Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
5. Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
6. Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
7. Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
8. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
9. Business Insight - Applying knowledge of the industry and the marketplace to advance the organization's mission.

Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role and may sit or use PC for long periods of time. Bending, reaching, or stooping may be necessary for use of filing cabinets or other office cabinets or office machines. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Salary Range

$86,202.93 -$112,107.35 (USD)

Applicants from the US and UK will be considered for this vacancy.