Journal Publishing Manager

Dynamic, fast-paced STEM publisher seeks a Journal Publishing Manager to oversee the editorial strategy and operations for a specified portfolio of peer-reviewed journals in the biomedical and life sciences.

The individual in this role will be responsible for the editorial oversight, growth, and development of a collection of internationally recognized biomedical and life sciences journals within the Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.

portfolio. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking, self-motivated, well-organized, and innovative individual with a strong collaborative spirit who looks forward to working with editors, publishers, journal managers, and collaborative internal staff.

By maintaining a keen focus on the relevancy, reach, and visibility of expanding our biomedical and life sciences titles, the Journal Publishing Manager will maintain acute attention on emerging and evolving biomedical and biotechnology fields, advancements in technologies and innovations, and impactful global marketplaces that are driving fields forward.

The opportunities for individuals that serve in this role at Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. are considerable; individuals that seek an exceptional opportunity to grow into a Publisher role should apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Editorial operations and oversight of 15-20 assigned biomedical and life sciences peer-reviewed journals.
• Actively engage in and communicate strategic vision with Editors-in-Chief, Managing Editors, and Editorial Board members on a range of topics including journal development, assessment of critical content, manuscript acquisition strategies, content curation, etc.
• Research and analyze comparative data to facilitate optimal editorial growth, content development, and journal impact strategies.
• Assess competing journals and plan competitive strategies.
• Research, build, and implement new international editorial approaches for each journal.
• Must have strong working knowledge of PubMed / MEDLINE, PMC, Web of Science, Scopus, and ScholarOne.
• Collaborate with various departments including Marketing, Sales, and Operations teams to galvanize international opportunities for all journals within the portfolio.

Requirements

• 6+ years of academic publishing and / or academic journal management experience in in the STM market.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Open Access journal management experience a plus.
• Experienced communication skills; strong presentation ability (via remote platforms and in person).
• Must have strong knowledge of academic peer review processes.
• Clear understanding and familiarity of major indexing services including PubMed / MEDLINE, PubMed Central, Web of Science, ScholarOne.
• Critical thinking, speed of response, and flexibility are key character advantages.
• Solid computer skills, including knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.

Education

Four-year college degree required; advanced degree or PhD in biomedical or life sciences fields a plus.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

About Our Company

Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. is an independent publisher in the scientific, technical, and medical information industry, known worldwide for establishing authoritative peer-reviewed journals, books, and life science trade publications.

Through its groundbreaking academic publications, partnerships with international societies, and unparalleled prescience in identifying emerging fields, the company plays a vital role in advancing critical research and facilitating collaboration throughout the world in academia, industry, and government.

Our corporate values and mission center around the Informing, inspiring, and advancing global innovation to support a healthy, sustainable future.

Our central objective is to prioritize the value of our global academic publications, editors, authors, and peer reviewers without influence of outside authorities, boards of directors, or stakeholders.

Our main goal is to publish with passion and purpose, seeking enthusiastic individuals in the field to join us in upholding our mission.