Are you looking for a challenging role in journal development and content commissioning? We have an exciting opportunity for a Publication Manager (80-100%) at our organization.
This multifaceted position includes:
* Independently managing a portfolio of peer-reviewed journals and related products/services in assigned subject areas, driving and monitoring progress towards defined targets in terms of content, usage, quality, and reputation.
* Building and fostering strong relationships with editorial boards and societies, subject area-specific communities, and networks of key opinion leaders.
* Representing and promoting the publication portfolio to external stakeholders.
* Providing subject/publication-specific insights for other departments within Editorial Development.
* Representing Editorial Development in company-wide projects and taskforces.
To be successful in this role, you will need a Ph.D. in life sciences with extensive knowledge of the research landscape, significant editorial experience in scientific journal publishing, including open access, and previous experience in journal development and/or content commissioning. Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English are essential, as is a collaborative, forward-thinking mindset with a strategic, problem-solving approach.
We offer centrally located, modern offices that contribute to innovation and collaboration, generous remote work arrangements, 40 working hours per week, and benefits of the Swiss social system.
Job Requirements
* Ph.D. in life sciences with extensive knowledge of the research landscape.
* Significant editorial experience in scientific journal publishing, including open access.
* Previous experience in journal development and/or content commissioning preferred.
* Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
* A collaborative, forward-thinking mindset with a strategic, problem-solving approach.
We look forward to receiving your application.