Publisher/Senior Publisher

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Job Title:  Publisher/Senior Publisher

 Location: Gera Commerzone, Grant Road, Kharadi, Pune

About Springer Nature Group   

Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood, and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.

About the Role:

The journal manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the editorial operations and strategic development of Springer Nature’s journal in the relevant field. This position plays a crucial role in shaping the journal’s content, reputation, and impact within the academic and research community.

Role Responsibilities:

Editorial Leadership:

• Develop and implement the journal's editorial strategy to maintain high-quality content.
• Lead and guide the editorial team, including Submission Editors, Copy Editors, and Customer Success Specialists.
• Ensure rigorous peer-review processes and ethical publishing standards are upheld.

Content Development:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and authors to solicit, review, and select research articles and papers.
• Foster relationships with researchers and scholars to encourage submissions and enhance the journal's reputation.

Strategic Planning:

• Work with senior management to define and execute the journal's strategic goals and vision.
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities in the field and recommend strategies for growth.

Quality Assurance:

• Maintain high-quality standards for published content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and adherence to journal guidelines.
• Implement and enforce editorial policies and best practices.

Team Management:

• Recruit, train, and mentor editorial staff to ensure a competent and motivated team.
• Manage workflow and assignments to meet publication schedules.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with authors, reviewers, and editorial board members.
• Engage with the academic community and attend conferences and events to promote the journal.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the journal's budget, allocating resources efficiently.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Market Awareness:

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and new developments in academic publishing.
• Propose innovative approaches to maintain the journal's competitive edge.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field of Management
• Substantial experience in academic publishing, preferably in a leadership or editorial role.
• Strong knowledge of the subject area covered by the journal.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with publishing software and platforms.
• Commitment to ethical publishing practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful launch of our open-access journals and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in our field. If you are a motivated and creative marketer with a passion for academia, we encourage you to apply.

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