Associate Editor/Editor

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Job Title: Associate Editor/Editor

Location: Kings Cross, London, UK

Full Time, Permanent Role

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 14th November 2021

The Springer Nature 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.

The Associate Editor/Editor is responsible for supporting the growth, strategic development and editorial management of a portfolio of proprietary and society journals in Engineering and Applied Sciences with the aim of becoming market leader within selected disciplines and geographies.

Responsibilities:
Develop journals to deliver a best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from the Societies, Editors-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members (EBMs) on whom we rely.
Drive the growth and development of a group of journals as part of a strategically defined overall portfolio within the Journals group.
Manage the complexities of the relationships with partner societies, including contract negotiations
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 and manage the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times.
Ensure that all KPIs are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed.
Manage annual Journal Development/Improvement Plans and oversee their implementation and successful conclusion.
Take responsibility for timely resolution of research integrity/publication misconduct issues that arise in any of your journals (both pre-publication and post-publication), working with the Springer Nature Research Integrity Group (SNRIG) and Editors-in-Chief or their equivalents as appropriate.
Attend external meetings (in-person or virtual) to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs, society partners, and the wider research community
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.
Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups.
Review new journal and commercial opportunities in consultation with the Senior Management and contribute to journal proposals.
Represent the team in projects with Production, Sales, Marketing, Finance and other Editorial colleagues.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study
Previous experience in academic publishing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail
Positive and proactive approach to problem solving, taking ownership to drive and complete tasks
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels and as part of a team
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Ability to work on your own initiative and independently within a (virtual) team environment
Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry-based researchers
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
Demonstrate diplomacy and assertiveness
Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries
Ability to travel on a frequent basis

Please note, Springer Nature employees in the UK are currently working remotely and a full virtual on-boarding will be provided to the successful candidate. Once employees return to the office a Global Work from Home policy will be implemented and this will be discussed during interviews.

To apply please submit your CV and cover letter.

Springer Nature is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to submit your application in an alternative format or speak to a member of our Resourcing Team please contact us via SpringerNatureUKCareers@springernature.com or phone +442070144089.

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