Massachusetts Institute of Technology is hiring: Acquisitions Editor for Physica

Acquisitions Editor for Physical Sciences and Engineering Join to apply for the Acquisitions Editor for Physical Sciences and Engineering role at Massachusetts Institute of Technology Posting Description ACQUISITIONS EDITOR FOR PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING, MIT Press, is responsible for strategically acquiring and developing trade, academic trade, professional, and scholarly books in the physical sciences and engineering. They manage a robust pipeline of projects, guiding authors and coordinating peer review to produce high-quality manuscripts for general readers, students, professionals, and academics. The role involves cultivating strong relationships with MIT faculty, external advisors, and prospective authors, and serves as the primary contact for authors across both frontlist and backlist titles. Key duties include identifying promising topics and authors, evaluating proposals and unsolicited manuscripts, conducting market research, and assessing the commercial viability of new projects through data analysis and P&L preparation. The Editor oversees peer review, negotiates contracts, prepares publishing plans, and ensures projects move efficiently through editorial, production, marketing, and sales processes. They also maintain and refresh the backlist, improve discoverability, and contribute to the Press’s annual revenue goals. Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field Minimum of three years of experience in book publishing, scientific or academic publishing, journalism, information science, or a related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong negotiation skills Knowledge of publishing contracts and terms Knowledge of the higher education community Ability to work with academic authors and handle confidential information with discretion and judgment Advanced or bachelor’s degree in science, literature, or a related field (preferred) The role is based at the MIT Press in Cambridge, MA, with a hybrid work structure. The position requires representing the MIT Press at conferences and campuses, building networks within the research community, and campus and conference travel. 12/4/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr