Wiley
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Acquisitions Editor — Wiley Location: Hoboken (HQ), NJ, USA Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives, and your passion; it’s in our differences that we empower the way the world learns. About the Role
At Wiley, our growing Advanced Engineering book publishing program bridges the gap between primary research and application and delivers content solutions for the next generation of practicing engineers and researchers. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion and who wants to grow with us. As an editor on our global Advanced Engineering team, you’ll acquire content and products in dynamic and fast-growing areas, working with subject matter experts at leading universities, companies, and organizations around the world. You’ll acquire content in line with Wiley’s strategic goals for growth. How You Will Make An Impact
Identify and develop global publishing opportunities across a competitive landscape, within traditional book publishing markets and beyond, including digital publishing. Commission individual titles aimed at target markets, meeting sales goals, building financial models, and managing the review process. Negotiate and reach agreement with authors over content, schedules, and contractual arrangements. Build and maintain relationships with authors, book editors, and contributors. Champion projects through the publishing process, proposing and implementing solutions for keeping titles on track, handling author queries, and troubleshooting. Monitor sales results and analyze sales channels to support sales performance of individual titles. Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues in editorial and allied functions such as content, technology, marketing, and sales. Meet established goals for growth. What We Look For
Bachelor’s degree Proven experience in publishing, specifically acquisitions experience in Engineering or a closely related field. Proven track record of acquiring and developing successful Engineering products. Demonstrated mastery of publishing systems, cycles and activities. Ability to apply financial understanding of publishing to the overall strategy. Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze potential authors and projects, identify the right projects and shape them for an audience. Excellent written and oral communication and the ability to be persuasive and direct, yet tactful. Ability to negotiate contracts, schedules and other efforts. Project management skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks and agendas. Detail oriented with attention to deadlines and a productive and focused work pattern. Ability to move publication projects smoothly from beginning to end. Ability to build and manage relationships with authors and team members. Self-motivated, curious and a growth mindset Ability and willingness to travel About Wiley
Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning, with pioneering solutions and services that pave the way for knowledge seekers as they solve the world’s most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today’s biggest obstacles into tomorrow’s opportunities. With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers’ steps into strides. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries, adapt their workforces, and shape minds. Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Wiley is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance. We offer a workplace that supports continual learning and internal mobility. Our values promote courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions, with programs to support health and well-being. We strive to provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary ranges are a good-faith estimate for posting regions and may vary by geographic location, skills, and competencies. When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered. Salary Range
70,100 USD to 100,500 USD Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Book and Periodical Publishing
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Acquisitions Editor — Wiley Location: Hoboken (HQ), NJ, USA Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives, and your passion; it’s in our differences that we empower the way the world learns. About the Role
At Wiley, our growing Advanced Engineering book publishing program bridges the gap between primary research and application and delivers content solutions for the next generation of practicing engineers and researchers. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion and who wants to grow with us. As an editor on our global Advanced Engineering team, you’ll acquire content and products in dynamic and fast-growing areas, working with subject matter experts at leading universities, companies, and organizations around the world. You’ll acquire content in line with Wiley’s strategic goals for growth. How You Will Make An Impact
Identify and develop global publishing opportunities across a competitive landscape, within traditional book publishing markets and beyond, including digital publishing. Commission individual titles aimed at target markets, meeting sales goals, building financial models, and managing the review process. Negotiate and reach agreement with authors over content, schedules, and contractual arrangements. Build and maintain relationships with authors, book editors, and contributors. Champion projects through the publishing process, proposing and implementing solutions for keeping titles on track, handling author queries, and troubleshooting. Monitor sales results and analyze sales channels to support sales performance of individual titles. Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues in editorial and allied functions such as content, technology, marketing, and sales. Meet established goals for growth. What We Look For
Bachelor’s degree Proven experience in publishing, specifically acquisitions experience in Engineering or a closely related field. Proven track record of acquiring and developing successful Engineering products. Demonstrated mastery of publishing systems, cycles and activities. Ability to apply financial understanding of publishing to the overall strategy. Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze potential authors and projects, identify the right projects and shape them for an audience. Excellent written and oral communication and the ability to be persuasive and direct, yet tactful. Ability to negotiate contracts, schedules and other efforts. Project management skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks and agendas. Detail oriented with attention to deadlines and a productive and focused work pattern. Ability to move publication projects smoothly from beginning to end. Ability to build and manage relationships with authors and team members. Self-motivated, curious and a growth mindset Ability and willingness to travel About Wiley
Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning, with pioneering solutions and services that pave the way for knowledge seekers as they solve the world’s most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today’s biggest obstacles into tomorrow’s opportunities. With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers’ steps into strides. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries, adapt their workforces, and shape minds. Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Wiley is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance. We offer a workplace that supports continual learning and internal mobility. Our values promote courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions, with programs to support health and well-being. We strive to provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary ranges are a good-faith estimate for posting regions and may vary by geographic location, skills, and competencies. When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered. Salary Range
70,100 USD to 100,500 USD Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Book and Periodical Publishing
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