Publishing Assistant, Springer Journals Job at Springer Nature in New York

Publishing Assistant – Springer Journals Location: New York (Hybrid working model) 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 uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators advance learning. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Business, Economics, and Statistics Journals Group as a Publishing Assistant. Under the guidance of the Executive Publisher, the Publishing Assistant provides administrative and project‑management support for a portfolio of journals in Business, Economics, Social Sciences & Statistics, and offers general assistance to the team of Publishers based in New York and the global program. The Publishing Assistant will help deliver best‑in‑class service to Editors‑in‑Chief, Editorial Board Members, society representatives, authors, and peer reviewers. Working with colleagues throughout the company, you will also gain valuable exposure and experience in many aspects of the publishing industry. Responsibilities Understanding and contributing to meeting the annual targets for journal submission, publication, and transfer volumes, as well as turnaround times Serving as a vital information resource for Editors‑in‑Chief, Editorial Board members, and society partners Handle general enquiries from within Springer and from external partners, especially external editors and authors Prepare materials for team reports, conferences, and board meetings, including assistance with PowerPoint presentations, and provide administrative support for team meetings Request annual journal reports and monitor the schedule Report key performance indicators such as article output, usage, citations, and media coverage Manage ongoing and ad hoc editorial and publishing projects under the direction of publishing editors, such as assistance with editor recruitment and onboarding; compiling and reporting on journal metrics; researching complex ethics cases; managing and monitoring invoices and payment requests; and other projects as assigned Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments to coordinate ongoing production, editorial office, marketing, conferences, and other internal department deadlines Contribute to social media initiatives and support a variety of marketing initiatives and activities Input and maintain relevant data in systems, such as JFlow, CoreMedia Studio, etc. Liaise with Publishing Assistants in other publishing divisions and units to share best practices and propose improvements to workflows, operations, and communications Contribute to the wider Springer Journals group by taking part in cross‑departmental projects and initiatives, with respect to publication ethics, data transparency, Open Access policy, and other industry developments Experience, Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in a relevant discipline Strong verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Resourceful and proactive in problem‑solving and identifying opportunities Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels Professional, diplomatic, and confident when engaging with senior stakeholders Strong presentation and networking abilities Previous experience in academic publishing is preferred Flexible and adaptable to working in a multicultural environment Commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial mindset To Apply Please submit an updated CV, along with a cover letter introducing yourself and explaining why you are interested in the full‑time Publishing Assistant role Benefits 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: $36,190 Equal Opportunity Employer Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The Publishing Assistant will help deliver best‑in-class service to Editors‑in‑Chief, Editorial Board Members, society representatives, authors, and peer reviewers . Responsibilities include managing and monitoring invoices and payment requests; and other projects as assigned . En Español: Publishing Assistant Springer Journals Ubicación: Nueva York (modelo de trabajo híbrido) Sobre la naturaleza Springer Nature es uno de los principales editores de investigación del mundo. Publicamos el mayor número de revistas y libros y somos pioneros en investigaciones abiertas. A través de nuestras marcas líderes, confiables desde hace más de 180 años, ofrecemos productos, plataformas y servicios tecnológicos que ayudan a los investigadores a descubrir nuevas ideas y compartir sus descubrimientos, profesionales sanitarios permanecen a la vanguardia de las ciencias médicas y educadores avanzan en el aprendizaje. Responsabilidades Comprender y contribuir al cumplimiento de los objetivos anuales para la presentación, publicación y transferencia de volúmenes de revistas, así como el tiempo de respuesta Serve como un recurso informativo vital para los editores en jefe, miembros del consejo editorial y socios sociales Manejar consultas generales desde Springer y de socios externos, especialmente redactores y autores externos Preparar materiales para informes de equipo, conferencias y reuniones del Consejo, incluida la asistencia con presentaciones PowerPoint, y proporcionar apoyo administrativo a las reuniones de equipo Solicitar reportes anuales de periódicos y monitorear el horario Reporte indicadores clave de rendimiento de artículos tales como salida, citas, citancias y cobertura mediática Gestionar proyectos editoriales y publicitarios continuos y ad hoc bajo la dirección de editores editores, como reclutamiento y incorporación de varios editores; compilar e informar sobre métricas; gestionar casos de investigación y ética en curso; reportajes de datos y monitorización de otros programas de trabajo internos que se asignan a todos los departamentos de marketing, ayudar a coordinar iniciativas de producción y otras actividades de mercadotecnia, etc. Colaborar con los asistentes de publicación en otras divisiones y unidades editoriales para compartir las mejores prácticas y proponer mejoras a los flujos de trabajo, operaciones y comunicaciones Contribuir al grupo más amplio Springer Journals participando en proyectos e iniciativas interdepartamentales con respecto a la ética editorial, transparencia de datos, política de acceso abierto y otros desarrollos del sector Experiencia, habilidades y calificaciones Licenciado o equivalente, preferiblemente en una disciplina relevante Competencias de comunicación verbal y escrita Excepcionales competencias organizativas con capacidad para gestionar múltiples prioridades y trabajar de forma independiente Recursos y proactividad para resolver problemas e identificar oportunidades Excelentes habilidades de colaboración entre personas y equipos, con capacidad de trabajar eficazmente en todos los niveles Beneficios profesionales, diplomáticos y de igualdad cuando se involucra con mayores interesados Habilidades de presentación solidaria y redes sociales Una experiencia profesional en el mercado laboral Proveedor de servicios de seguridad social es un empleador que prefiere trabajos flexibles y ayuda a los trabajadores en un entorno seguro de vida y salud. En Springer Nature, nuestra misión es formar parte del progreso y esto comienza con la inclusión: de personas, perspectivas e ideas. Creemos que las diversas perspectivas impulsan el progreso, y estamos comprometidos a crear un entorno donde las personas e ideas puedan prosperar. Si usted tiene alguna necesidad de acceso relacionada con discapacidad, neurodivergencia o una condición crónica, póngase en contacto con nosotros para que podamos hacer todas las adaptaciones necesarias. Conozca más sobre nuestro trabajo DEI aquí: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion #J-18808-Ljbffr