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About the Role

The Commissioning Editor is responsible for attracting high-quality content into key Springer Nature Open Access journals via the creation of Topical Collections. This role is critical to the strategy of growing our Open Access portfolio, requiring appropriate topic identification and data-driven selection. The Commissioning Editor will engage high-level researchers to serve as Guest Editors or authors for Topical Collections, playing a key part in shaping a new and growing team.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning strategies for key journals, applying Business Insights, Editorial Skills, and Decision Quality to drive portfolio growth.
Define and implement best practices across the Collections lifecycle, leveraging Project Management and Publishing Workflows & Systems expertise.
Identify and prioritize Collection topics using Market Intelligence, data-driven analysis, and a Global Perspective.
Monitor topic-level market trends and share, translating insights into strategic commissioning opportunities through strong Business Insights.
Conduct competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities and support informed Decision Quality.
Build and leverage relationships across internal and external editorial communities, demonstrating Consulting Skills, the ability to Balance Stakeholders, and Communicate Effectively.
Utilize data analysis tools and editorial expertise to ensure topic selection is evidence-based and aligned with journal objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex topic modeling and content acquisition challenges.
Manage the Collections pipeline against ambitious publication targets using strong Project Management skills.
Partner with editorial teams to align Collections strategies with journal development plans while effectively Balancing Stakeholders and maintaining journal ownership.
Identify and engage Guest Editors and authors through effective communication, relationship-building, and Consulting Skills.
Coordinate the training of Guest Editors, ensuring understanding of editorial standards and Publishing Workflows & Systems.
Work with Marketing teams to enhance Collection promotion and community engagement, leveraging Market Intelligence and a Global Perspective.
Support Managing Editors in overseeing peer review activities, applying Editorial Skills, effective stakeholder management, and knowledge of Publishing Workflows & Systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a STEM discipline with a keen interest in Science
3 – 4 years’ experience in the publishing industry or science research
Familiarity with the Research Process and the Scientific community
An excellent understanding of the research publishing landscape and how journals and journal publishers serve the research community, particularly Open Access journals
Direct experience of managing a journal or journal portfolio is desirable
Strong data analysis and reporting skills – ability to directly query data is desirable
Practical awareness of the importance and key aspects of research ethics
Excellent presentational skills
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders
A creative mindset and the ability to bring energy, ideas and new approaches
A strategic and commercial mindset, with experience in developing and implementing plans
Ability to adapt quickly to change, juggle a varied workload under pressure and work quickly and efficiently on own initiative as well as part of a team

Skills

Business Insights
Editorial Skills
Decision Quality
Project Management
Publishing Workflows & Systems
Market Intelligence
Global Perspective
Consulting Skills
Balance Stakeholders
Communicate Effectively
Data analysis
Relationship-building

Location

New York
Jersey City

Work Type

Hybrid Working Model
Full-time

Experience Level

3-4 years experience

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Salary/Compensations

$68,000 - $80,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family-friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks

About the Company

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.
At Springer Nature, we recognise that great talent develops through many different paths. We encourage applications from individuals with strong transferable skills, provided they are supported by relevant experience that shows how those skills have been successfully applied in practice. Our hiring approach balances skills, experience, and potential to ensure each role is fulfilled with both short-term effectiveness and long term growth in mind.

Equal Opportunity

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster.
At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion