Editor in Chief / Deputy Editor ( Immunology) (Hoboken) Job at John Wiley & Sons

Editor in Chief / Deputy Editor ( Immunology) We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor to join Wiley's Advanced team, serving as Deputy Editor [Immunology] for our flagship journal, Advanced Science, and Editor-in-Chief of a related Advanced spin-off title. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated Advanced portfolio ambassador with an extensive global network in immunology and translational research, driving strategic initiatives that bridge groundbreaking research communities and shape how interdisciplinary science is published and shared worldwide. The Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor actively participates in the peer review process and decision-making for submitted manuscripts while ensuring adoption of best practices and the highest ethical standards in publishing. Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced Portfolio within immunology globally. Commission high-quality papers and build collaborative relationships with leading researchers through community engagement to enhance content quality and brand influence. Launch and oversee management of new Advanced spin-off titles in relevant subject areas as the brand expands. Manage titles within a team of in-house editors and involved in immunology cluster strategy. Collaborate closely with marketing teams to devise and implement brand-enhancing events and initiatives for both short-term and long-term success. PhD in Immunology related areas. Subject-Matter Expertise (academic). Strong global network within research communities and proven track record of engaging with top-tier research talents. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders. Love to travel (internationally). The Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor is entrusted with the strategic development and execution of initiatives aimed at growing Wiley's Advanced Portfolio within the disciplines of Immunology and related Life and Health Science disciplines. With an extensive global network, the Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor serves as a dedicated ambassador and advocate for Wiley's Advanced Portfolio in the immunology research community. This role is pivotal for the advancement and expansion of a critically important brand, ensuring alignment with and achievement of the company's strategic goals and objectives. The Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor is tasked with converting strategic visions into actionable plans, identifying and seizing opportunities to meet the targets set for Research Publishing. In close collaboration with the marketing team, they will devise and implement a range of brand-enhancing events and initiatives aimed at both short-term and long-term success. The Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor will concentrate on enriching the content and elevating the brand profile of Advanced Science, effectively directing excess submissions to relevant clusters within Wiley's Life and Health Sciences portfolio. Additionally, the Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor will launch one or more new spin off titles in the relevant subjects and oversee the management of the Advanced spin off titles. By actively engaging with research communities, the Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor is committed to commissioning high-quality papers, extending the brand's influence, and forging positive, collaborative relationships with leading researchers. The Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor will provide regular updates to the Senior Manager on community engagement efforts and journal development progress. These reports will include evidence of the impact made by the Immunology initiatives and demonstrate the successful delivery of strategic goals for Wiley's Advanced Portfolio. They will also outline programs and strategies designed to attract and retain authors, as well as to enhance the growth of high-quality content within Advanced Science, across the Advanced portfolio, and the related subject clusters. With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers' steps into strides, illuminating their path forward to personal, educational, and professional success at every stage. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces, and shape minds. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.