Springer Nature
Publisher / Senior Publisher, Springer Journals
Springer Nature, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Job Title:
Publisher / Senior Publisher, Springer Journals
Location:
Washington DC, New York, Jersey City or Philadelphia (Hybrid working model)
Application deadline:
September 8, 2025
About Springer Nature 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. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature
About The Role The Springer Nature Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.
We’re excited to offer an opportunity to join the dynamic Springer Journals publishing team at Springer Nature, focusing on a portfolio of oncology journals. As part of one of the world’s leading scientific and medical publishers—with teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas—you’ll help advance scientific knowledge and collaborate with top researchers in the field.
We’re looking for a Publisher/Senior Publisher to join our Medicine group, taking responsibility for a portfolio of oncology journals. The list includes hybrid and fully Open Access titles, established and newly launched journals, and those affiliated with professional societies. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with both immediate team members and departments across Springer Nature.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary publishing contact and spearhead the growth of an exciting oncology journal portfolio
Work with your Executive Publisher to prioritize journals for development, then set and execute strategic journal plans
Cultivate and maintain relationships with Editors-in-Chief, editorial boards, authors, reviewers, and societies to enhance the reputation of your journals and drive submission growth
Collaborate across departments and apply project-management skills to achieve objectives, and convert Springer Nature goals into journal-level strategies
Monitor the peer-review metrics and workflows across your portfolio, identifying areas for efficiency improvements; answer author queries and resolve problem manuscripts
Work with Editors to create commissioning plans, and oversee their implementation and completion
Oversee editorial operations, including editor/society contract renewals, editor and board member recruitment, and organizing editorial board meetings
Represent Springer Nature at scientific conferences to network with key opinion leaders, gather community feedback, and promote your journals to the research community
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Educated to bachelor’s degree level
Proven experience in Journal editorial management
Demonstrated knowledge of STM journal publishing, including peer review, publication ethics, citation metrics, business models, and current developments in the market
Excellent communication and influencing skills in person, by virtual call, and via email, including the ability to compose sensitive correspondence requiring tact, accuracy, and confidentiality
Strong organizational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail
Proven ability to manage time and projects successfully to meet deadlines, achieve agreed goals, and deal with a wide variety of tasks, prioritising appropriately
Experience in commissioning (or supporting Editors to commission) editorial content, for example, special issues, topical collections, invited review articles, etc.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Highly customer-focused
Takes ownership to drive and complete tasks
Ability to adapt quickly to change
A high level of computer literacy
Willing to travel occasionally and represent Springer Nature at external events
Compensation & Benefits US Annualized Base Salary Range: Publisher - $66,000 - $80,000 / Senior Publisher - $91,000 - $100,000. 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.
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
Equal Opportunity Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the EEOC poster. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
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Publisher / Senior Publisher, Springer Journals
Location:
Washington DC, New York, Jersey City or Philadelphia (Hybrid working model)
Application deadline:
September 8, 2025
About Springer Nature 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. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature
About The Role The Springer Nature Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.
We’re excited to offer an opportunity to join the dynamic Springer Journals publishing team at Springer Nature, focusing on a portfolio of oncology journals. As part of one of the world’s leading scientific and medical publishers—with teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas—you’ll help advance scientific knowledge and collaborate with top researchers in the field.
We’re looking for a Publisher/Senior Publisher to join our Medicine group, taking responsibility for a portfolio of oncology journals. The list includes hybrid and fully Open Access titles, established and newly launched journals, and those affiliated with professional societies. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with both immediate team members and departments across Springer Nature.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary publishing contact and spearhead the growth of an exciting oncology journal portfolio
Work with your Executive Publisher to prioritize journals for development, then set and execute strategic journal plans
Cultivate and maintain relationships with Editors-in-Chief, editorial boards, authors, reviewers, and societies to enhance the reputation of your journals and drive submission growth
Collaborate across departments and apply project-management skills to achieve objectives, and convert Springer Nature goals into journal-level strategies
Monitor the peer-review metrics and workflows across your portfolio, identifying areas for efficiency improvements; answer author queries and resolve problem manuscripts
Work with Editors to create commissioning plans, and oversee their implementation and completion
Oversee editorial operations, including editor/society contract renewals, editor and board member recruitment, and organizing editorial board meetings
Represent Springer Nature at scientific conferences to network with key opinion leaders, gather community feedback, and promote your journals to the research community
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Educated to bachelor’s degree level
Proven experience in Journal editorial management
Demonstrated knowledge of STM journal publishing, including peer review, publication ethics, citation metrics, business models, and current developments in the market
Excellent communication and influencing skills in person, by virtual call, and via email, including the ability to compose sensitive correspondence requiring tact, accuracy, and confidentiality
Strong organizational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail
Proven ability to manage time and projects successfully to meet deadlines, achieve agreed goals, and deal with a wide variety of tasks, prioritising appropriately
Experience in commissioning (or supporting Editors to commission) editorial content, for example, special issues, topical collections, invited review articles, etc.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Highly customer-focused
Takes ownership to drive and complete tasks
Ability to adapt quickly to change
A high level of computer literacy
Willing to travel occasionally and represent Springer Nature at external events
Compensation & Benefits US Annualized Base Salary Range: Publisher - $66,000 - $80,000 / Senior Publisher - $91,000 - $100,000. 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.
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
Equal Opportunity Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the EEOC poster. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
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