Springer Nature Group is hiring: Associate Publisher/Publisher (m/w/d) in New Yo

Associate Publisher/Publisher (m/w/d)

Associate Publisher/Publisher (m/w/d)

Apply locations Heidelberg, Jersey City, New York, Philadelphia

Time Type: Full Time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR102030

About Springer Nature:

Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities.

Job Title: Associate Publisher /Publisher (m/w/d)

Locations: Heidelberg, Jersey City, New York or Philadelphia – hybrid working model

Conditions: Full Time, Permanent Contract

Application Deadline: 18.02.2025

About the Role:

The Springer Nature Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We are seeking an Associate Publisher or Publisher to manage a portfolio of proprietary and society open access journals published under the npj brand. This role involves liaising with internal staff, external journal editors, and the scientific community.

Responsibilities:

• Develop journals to deliver a best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from the Societies, Editors-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members (EBMs).
• Drive the growth and development of a group of open access journals within the Journals group.
• Manage relationships with partner societies, including contract negotiations.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues in production, IT and other departments.
• Understand and manage annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes.
• Ensure that all KPIs are regularly monitored and met.
• Manage annual Journal Development/Improvement Plans.
• Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs, and readers.
• Attend external meetings to build working relationships with the research community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with a network of researchers.
• Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces.
• Represent the team in projects with Production, Sales, Marketing, Finance and other Editorial colleagues.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study.
• Previous experience in academic publishing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail.
• Positive and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel on a frequent basis.

At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us to make necessary accommodations.

US employees are eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life and AD&D insurance, tuition assistance, and a 401k retirement savings plan.

US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Publisher: $64,350 - $70,000 | Publisher: $66,000 - $80,000.