Executive Publisher, Applied Sciences Journals

Springer Nature Group

Jun 17

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Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Media & Journalism
$100K - $115K
New York

Requirements

Educated to a Bachelor's degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study
Preferably 5 years of experience managing a portfolio of academic journals
Thorough understanding of the research or scientific process as it pertains to STM publishing, specifically the Applied Sciences market.
Thorough understanding of the needs of editors, authors and referees as key customers
Strong management and communication skills
Strong leadership and team-building qualities
Excellent English language skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong commercial skills, including experience with budgeting and P&L oversight.
Enthusiasm and passion for excellence in research and science

Responsibilities

Create a positive team environment, providing trusted management in which your team feels engaged and understand what is expected and the value of their contribution to the business.
Contribute to the setting of performance goals for your team, cascaded into individual objectives and targets as appropriate, monitored regularly, with appropriate action taken as necessary.
Be visible to and engage regularly with your team to monitor performance and their development; carry out regular performance appraisals that focus both on targets/achievements and personal development.
Understand the value of regular communication with your wider team, both to solicit their suggestions and ideas, and to report back to them on our activities and progress.
Provide subject-based and policy guidance to your team, while ensuring a culture where team members look to solve their own issues and engage in continuous improvement and, as appropriate, innovation.
Be aware of staff wellbeing, monitor employee satisfaction and seek to address recurring issues.
Role-model our values and ways of working and ensure that these are incorporated into the day-to-day running of your team.
Drive the editorial and publishing development of a portfolio of journals:
Produce journals that deliver a best-in-class author experience and enjoy maximum engagement from the external editors on whom we rely, working closely with the Journals Editorial Engagement horizontal.
Ensure portfolios are aligned with our strategic priorities in a rapidly changing external environment.
Provide a data-led approach to portfolio management and development, and ensure that KPls are monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed.
With the Publishing Director, take responsibility for the commercial performance of your portfolio and/or team portfolios, by setting annual targets for submissions, publications, transfers, as well as turnaround times.
Strive for maximum efficiency and productivity of EiCs, peer-reviewers and editorial boards.
Oversee the investigation and resolution of research integrity issues.
Understand and engage regularly with external editors and the research communities:
Drive strong partnerships with our external editors, by monitoring editorial performance, so that Springer Journals provide excellence in author service.
Engage with verticals and horizontals in the Springer Journals group to develop effective workflows to support optimal journal function.
Work closely with your team to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs and the wider research community, attending external meetings as appropriate.
Look for opportunities to demonstrate Springer Nature's thought-leadership position and demonstrate our worth as a strategic publishing partner.
Understand the trends and changes in the research communities to ensure that Springer Nature can respond with increased publishing content, new editors/EBMs and new journals
Be aware of changes within the research community and publishing industry, and translate these into proposals for successful (new) products and services.
Understand and engage regularly with your society/institutional publishing partners:
Evaluate the strategic value of your respective partnerships and work with your Publishing Director to develop commercial terms and prepare effective proposals to renew our valuable partner contracts.
Monitor the key partner relationships in your portfolio and ensure that Springer Nature delivers an excellent service to its publishing partners, while carefully balancing requests for custom solutions with the need for standardized service levels.
Work closely with the Society and Partner Management team where appropriate
Be aware of the leading societies, associations and journal owners in your communities with whom we might partner. Develop and maintain relationships and pursue opportunities to further our strategic priorities
Interpret and disseminate external intelligence and market research to support the development of your team’s portfolio of journals.
Promote a data-driven culture using relevant data and information in decision-making.
Contribute to the wider Springer Nature Journals division:
Take part, and encourage your team to take part, in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups.
Build close working relationships with the Publishing Directors in your wider unit, your peers and other Journals colleagues as appropriate.
Champion your subject area within the wider organization, ensuring high visibility and inclusion in key projects.
Ensure that you understand and can explain the key strategic goals of the division, and key internal and external publishing initiatives and developments.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Executive Publisher, Applied Sciences Journals?

The primary responsibilities of the Executive Publisher include driving and managing the strategic growth and development of a portfolio of journals in the field of Engineering, managing a team of individuals, engaging with society partners, external editors and editorial board members, attracting top authors, and delivering the publishing program efficiently.

What skills and qualifications are required for this position?

The ideal candidate for the Executive Publisher position should possess a strong background in publishing within the applied sciences, particularly in the field of Engineering. They should have experience in managing teams, engaging with stakeholders, and driving strategic growth. A degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in journal publishing are also essential.

How does the Executive Publisher contribute to the overall success of the publishing unit?

The Executive Publisher plays a crucial role in driving the strategic growth and development of a portfolio of journals in Engineering. They manage and develop a team to ensure the success of the publishing unit, engage with key stakeholders, attract top authors, and deliver the publishing program in a timely and efficient manner, all of which contribute to the overall success of the unit.

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