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AIP Publishing

Journal Manager

AIP Publishing, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview

AIP Publishing is looking for a dynamic Sr. Journal Manager or Journal Manager to shape the strategic direction, growth, and success of a prestigious portfolio of academic journals. In this high-impact role, you’ll be the go-to expert on journal performance, working closely with editors, internal teams, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and excellence in editorial quality, community engagement, and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about advancing scholarly publishing and leading initiatives in open science, research integrity, and user experience, we want to hear from you! How you’ll make an impact

Owning strategy development and execution for assigned journals, ensuring alignment with portfolio goals and key publishing metrics. Monitoring industry trends and conducting competitive analysis to inform journal positioning and development. Guiding editorial content strategy in collaboration with Editors, focusing on emerging research and community relevance. Driving author, reviewer, and editor engagement through targeted outreach and retention strategies. Acting as a trusted editorial partner and primary liaison to Editors, addressing concerns with clarity and professionalism. Managing editorial board lifecycles—including recruitment, onboarding, renewals, and performance monitoring. Contributing to organizational initiatives, from product development to cross-functional process improvement. Analyzing journal performance data and championing scalable, data-driven reporting solutions. Supporting editorial best practices and mentoring junior team members to foster a culture of knowledge-sharing and growth. What you’re great at

Strategic thinking and big-picture planning while maintaining a sharp eye on editorial quality and day-to-day performance. Building relationships with researchers, editors, and cross-functional teams with professionalism and empathy. Managing multiple priorities and staying organized in a dynamic, remote work environment. Analyzing performance data and extracting meaningful insights to support journal development. Navigating complex editorial and publishing landscapes with confidence and decisiveness. Leading through influence and collaboration—especially when managing change or mentoring others. What we’re looking for

Deep knowledge of scholarly publishing, peer review workflows, and research integrity standards. Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to engage senior researchers and editorial boards. Data literacy with tools like Excel and PowerBI for tracking performance and supporting strategic decisions. Project management and organizational excellence, particularly in distributed or remote settings. Comfort with ambiguity, sound decision-making, and an adaptive mindset. A proactive, collaborative approach to team development and continuous learning. Experience required and preferred qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience in scholarly publishing, with proven responsibility in building and managing portfolios under a sound science open access framework is highly preferred. Experience engaging closely with researchers, editors, and academic communities through outreach, conference engagement, or similar initiatives required. Familiarity with the physical sciences is preferred; a graduate degree in a related field is a plus. Strong data literacy, especially using Excel and PowerBI; experience with peer review platforms and CRMs is a bonus. Demonstrated cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management experience. Previous mentorship or onboarding experience is highly desirable. Willingness to travel to conferences and meetings as needed. Our excellent total rewards package includes

A remote workforce with staff in multiple states, with in-person collaboration, training, and planning as needed. Generous paid time off and paid sick and safe leave Flexible work schedule Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits Exceptional retirement benefits Monthly remote stipend Training and tuition assistance Employee Assistance Program Salary

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 At AIP Publishing, compensation is based on role, experience, and other relevant factors. Under the New York Convenience Rule, employees may be taxed at the New York State tax rate. Additional state-specific tax obligations may apply depending on where you live. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Privacy: https://publishing.aip.org/privacy/ Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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