Editor (Journals), Mathematics, Physical and Applied Sciences at Nature America, Inc in New York, New York

Job Description:

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Editor (Journals), Mathematics, Physical and Applied Sciences

New York and London

Closing date: May 7th 2021

Purpose of the Role      

As the primary publishing contact for a portfolio of journal titles in the Mathematics, Physical and Applied Sciences portfolio, the Editor will be responsible for growing and developing their journal cluster. This includes setting and implementing journal plans, supporting key stakeholders (Editors, authors, reviewers, and societies) as well as identifying and pursuing new relevant areas for growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with academic Editors, Editorial Boards, society executives and other key contacts in the field, with the aim of building and maintaining our journals’ reputations and increasing submissions; organize and host Editorial Board meetings


• Build knowledge of the field and the relevant scientific communities to identify journal development opportunities and translate them into actions to maintain a competitive advantage. This will involve engaging with senior scientists and obtaining their advice.


• Represent the company at local and international conferences to improve market knowledge, network within the community and to receive feedback and promote our journals


• Produce and implement strategic development plans for the journals, in line with company strategy


• Plan and drive the commissioning of content, including proactively suggesting topics


• Ensure journals receive appropriate representation in indexing services, including selective services


• Monitor submissions, publications and peer-review performance for the portfolio and assist colleagues in dealing with author queries or problem manuscripts


• Ensure journals are promoted through all relevant avenues


• Handle contract renewals and negotiations


• Work with other team members to identify opportunities for acquiring journals


• Other duties as required

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry-based researchers


• Previous experience working in the publishing industry


• Knowledge of journal publishing processes and related matters, and understanding of and interest in open access publishing.


• Highly customer-focused, with excellent communication and influencing skills


• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels


• Strong time management, prioritization and organizational skills; including proven ability to take ownership to drive and complete tasks, to consistently meet deadlines, and adapt quickly to change


• Excellent critical appraisal, analytical and problem solving skills


• Strong attention to detail/high accuracy, proven high level of computer literacy


• Willing to travel and represent the company at internal and external events


• Educated to degree level within a relevant scientific area

Desirable:

• Developed knowledge of mathematics or applied sciences

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