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About The Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. Job Title: Senior Publisher
Location: Beijing/Shanghai/
New York
About The Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Role
The BMC Academic Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.
We are seeking a Senior Publisher to manage a portfolio of open access proprietary medical journals in our division. Reporting to an Executive Publisher, you will be responsible for the management, strategic development and success of the individual journals, liaising with internal staff, external journal Editors, and the scientific community.
Responsibilities:
Drive the growth and development of a group of open access journals as part of a strategically defined overall portfolio within the Journals group, successfully devising and implementing annual journal development plans. Develop journals to deliver a best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from Editors-in-Chief (EiCs) and Editorial Board Members (EBMs). Understand and manage the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times. Ensure that all key performance indicators (KPIs) are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed. Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct, policies). Manage the complexities of contract negotiations with external parties (e.g., external Editors, Societies) by using/developing a working knowledge of financial profit & loss statements and forecasting. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues in production, IT and other departments to ensure that any problems encountered with your journal, and particularly by authors, Editors and peer reviewers, can be swiftly and effectively resolved. Understand the trends and changes in the communities you serve to ensure that Springer Nature can respond appropriately. Develop and maintain relationships with a network of researchers. Be aware of changes within the research community and publishing industry, and translate these into proposals for successful (new) products and services. Review new journal and commercial opportunities in consultation with the Senior Management and contribute to journal proposals. Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups. When needed, attend external meetings (in-person or virtual) to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs, society partners, and the wider research community.
Experience, skills and qualifications:
Educated to Batchelor’s degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study (life, biomedical or health sciences). Previous experience in academic publishing –journals and books experience considered (journals experience is needed for the Senior Publisher role). Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries, taking a positive and proactive approach to problem solving, taking ownership to drive and complete tasks Gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from diverse sources to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and influencing skills. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels and as part of a team. Ability to work on your own initiative and independently within a hybrid team. Strong time management and organisational skills; including proven ability to take ownership to drive and complete tasks, to consistently meet deadlines, and to adapt quickly to change. Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry-based researchers, using diplomacy and assertiveness as appropriate. IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail. Ability to travel occasionally.
At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation.
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
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Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. Job Title: Senior Publisher
Location: Beijing/Shanghai/
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About The Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Role
The BMC Academic Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.
We are seeking a Senior Publisher to manage a portfolio of open access proprietary medical journals in our division. Reporting to an Executive Publisher, you will be responsible for the management, strategic development and success of the individual journals, liaising with internal staff, external journal Editors, and the scientific community.
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Drive the growth and development of a group of open access journals as part of a strategically defined overall portfolio within the Journals group, successfully devising and implementing annual journal development plans. Develop journals to deliver a best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from Editors-in-Chief (EiCs) and Editorial Board Members (EBMs). Understand and manage the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times. Ensure that all key performance indicators (KPIs) are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed. Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct, policies). Manage the complexities of contract negotiations with external parties (e.g., external Editors, Societies) by using/developing a working knowledge of financial profit & loss statements and forecasting. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues in production, IT and other departments to ensure that any problems encountered with your journal, and particularly by authors, Editors and peer reviewers, can be swiftly and effectively resolved. Understand the trends and changes in the communities you serve to ensure that Springer Nature can respond appropriately. Develop and maintain relationships with a network of researchers. Be aware of changes within the research community and publishing industry, and translate these into proposals for successful (new) products and services. Review new journal and commercial opportunities in consultation with the Senior Management and contribute to journal proposals. Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups. When needed, attend external meetings (in-person or virtual) to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs, society partners, and the wider research community.
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Educated to Batchelor’s degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study (life, biomedical or health sciences). Previous experience in academic publishing –journals and books experience considered (journals experience is needed for the Senior Publisher role). Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries, taking a positive and proactive approach to problem solving, taking ownership to drive and complete tasks Gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from diverse sources to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and influencing skills. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels and as part of a team. Ability to work on your own initiative and independently within a hybrid team. Strong time management and organisational skills; including proven ability to take ownership to drive and complete tasks, to consistently meet deadlines, and to adapt quickly to change. Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry-based researchers, using diplomacy and assertiveness as appropriate. IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail. Ability to travel occasionally.
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