Thieme is hiring: Publisher (m/f/o) with focus on medical journals in Germany

Publisher (m/f/o) with focus on medical journals

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Publisher (m/f/o) with strong interest to join the Thieme Science journals portfolio.

Do you want to play an active role facilitating our Science strategy, shaping the journal portfolio into an impactful one together with enthusiastic colleagues?

Do you have an innovative mindset and describe yourself as a problem solver with strategic journal portfolio development experience and strong interpersonal skills?

Then please contact us, apply, and join the science journal business activities at Thieme.

This is a great opportunity for a dedicated individual to be part of a strategically relevant unit and contribute to the development of best-in-class and scalable workflows in a rapidly evolving scientific publishing landscape.

Thieme is a leading supplier of information and services contributing to the improvement of healthcare and health. Employing more than 1,000 staff, the family-owned company develops products and services in digital and other media for the medical and chemistry sectors.

Department: Thieme Science

Start: as soon as possible

Work hours: full time

Your new passion

• Portfolio management: Developing and implementing the business strategy for your portfolio of journals.
• Journal development: Manage and grow a key publishing portfolio by defining journal development plans aligned with our Thieme Science strategy.
• Quality and improvement: Continuous quality management and improvement on journal level regarding decisions on resources and service standards.
• Performance management: Ensure that KPIs are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed.
• Networking, research community: Developing and expanding a network in our target groups.
• Collaboration: close and coordinated collaboration with colleagues within the international Thieme Science Unit.

You inspire us with this

• PhD or master’s degree preferably in life sciences or medicine
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the international academic publishing industry.
• Experience in transitioning journals to open access
• Expert in networking with societies and other key players
• Excellent knowledge of all aspects of publishing ethics, editorial policy, procedures, and practice
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills plus an entrepreneurial mindset
• Outstanding communication skills with stakeholders at all levels in written and spoken English.

What we offer you

• We provide a collaborative and empowering work environment
• We value winning ideas and a proactive attitude
• You will work in a reputable and employee-friendly family business that encourages open communication
• We operate a hybrid work setup at our Stuttgart office.