Temporary Assistant, Abstracting & Indexing at Springer Nature in New York, New York

Job Description:

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 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow. 

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Key Responsibilities

• Providing assistance in the daily activities of the Abstracting and Indexing Services


• Reporting to and collaborating with the Head of Abstracting & Indexing (A&I) on Abstracting & Indexing data verification processes, coordinating data updates, and ensuring data integrity


• Working with internal data systems for completeness and accuracy


• Liaising with external database partners and colleagues in editorial, production, customer service, Date Delivery System departments


• Assisting in organizing the meetings with various A&I representatives and preparing agendas for the meetings


• Preparing minutes and maintaining lists of pending items for follow-up


• Co-ordinating and monitoring projects to ensure timely completion


• The input of relevant data to systems, such as BFlux, JFlow, etc.

 Experience, skills, and qualifications Essential

• Excellent English language skills


• Familiarity with searching various databases such as Web of Science, PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus


• Excellent organizational skills


• Have excellent communication and team-working skills to deal with people at all levels both in the company and externally


• Be able to organize and prioritise numerous tasks


• Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries


• Working with internal data systems for completeness and accuracy.


• Be numerate and computer-literate, work accurately with a sharp eye for detail


• Be proficient in the use of office software


• Punctuality and reliability required, as well as the ability to follow instructions and adhere carefully to established procedures

Desirable

• Educated to degree level


• Familiarity with searching various databases such as Web of Science, PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus


• Basic knowledge of bibliometrics


• Be able to demonstrate awareness of publishing processes

At Springer Nature we value and celebrate the diversity of our people. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce and strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles.

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following “Equal Employment Opportunity Is The Law” poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

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