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Associate Publishing Director, Springer Current Reports Journals

Associate Publishing Director, Springer Current Reports Journals

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Job Title: Associate Publishing Director, Springer Current Reports Journals

Location: Philadelphia or New York (Hybrid Working Model)

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 Associate Director is responsible for driving and managing the strategic growth and development of Springer Current Reports journals, a portfolio of medical and scientific review journals. This role involves managing a team of in-house publishing editors with commissioning targets, engaging with external editors and editorial board members, and delivering on portfolio budgets and performance targets. The role also includes contributing to the overall success of the Springer Journals publishing unit by nurturing a team and creating an environment that attracts top authors.

Core Responsibilities:

• Foster a positive and energetic team environment
• Partner with the Publishing Director to set performance, development, and commissioning goals
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and promote continuous improvement
• Monitor staff well-being and address challenges proactively
• Encourage adoption of Springer Natures "Be Part of Progress" brand
• Drive portfolio growth by developing and launching new review and Current Report journals
• Expand content acquisition, commissioning, and retention while ensuring a best-in-class author experience
• Align portfolio strategies with Springer Natures broader priorities in partnership with the Publishing Director
• Establish and track KPIs, ensuring a data-driven approach to portfolio management and taking corrective action when needed
• Maximize the efficiency and productivity of journal editors and reviewers
• Monitor editorial performance, address service-level issues, and enhance the author and reviewer experience
• Build relationships within the research community and demonstrate thought leadership
• Explore and implement new tools and resources to support content commissioning and acquisition
• Disseminate market research to inform team and portfolio development
• Champion a data-driven culture and implement new policies, processes, workflows, and systems
• Collaborate with internal teams, participate in cross-departmental projects, and represent the Current Reports portfolio within the organization

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required; an advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in journal publishing, preferably in academic, medical, or scientific publishing
• Experience in people management and/or leading teams is highly desirable
• Candidates currently in a senior-level capacity who are ready to take the next step into management are encouraged to apply
• Strong commercial industry experience and knowledge
• Experience with strategic decision-making, market analysis, and portfolio growth
• Proven leadership and analytical skills, with the ability to set and drive strategic priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships across editorial teams, researchers, and industry partners
• Passion for research and science, with enthusiasm for innovation and continuous improvement in academic publishing

Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:

• 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

US Annualized Base Salary Range: $120,000 - 135,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following poster: EEOC Know Your Rights .

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 .

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 our career page HERE .

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