Associate Publisher Job at American Society for Microbiology in Washington

Associate Publisher

The Associate Publisher (AP) is responsible for the continued growth and detailed editorial strategy for journals in the assigned portfolio. The AP works directly with the Editors in Chief to define short and long-term strategic goals for each title and oversees their execution and assessment. The AP is ultimately responsible for ensuring that their assigned journals grow strategically and meet the needs of their respective communities. The AP, in collaboration with marketing and communication colleagues, develops, and contributes to specific portfolio strategies to broaden visibility for authors, their portfolio and the journal program. This position is responsible for supervising the Managing Editor(s).

Accountabilities (are the critical activities and results the position is held accountable to produce):

• Budget & Financial Management
• Peer Review
• Program Management
• Project Management
• Production
• Volunteer/Member Relationships
• Industry Participation

Essential Functions (defines the critical end results expected of the jobholder related to the accountabilities above):

• Perform market gap and competitor analysis and identify areas of content strength and weakness, as well as regularly assess journal scope and criteria.
• Drive new ideas in peer review and scientific publishing, responsible for developing effective community engagement strategies.
• Responsible for identifying and implementing supports for the Academic Editors within their portfolio, performing community outreach, and representing the portfolio and ASM Journals at scientific meetings and conferences.
• Oversee the Managing Editor in designing and implementing editorial workflows and features, in the development of journal homepage features, and reporting of daily operations.
• Provide oversight and guidance to the Managing Editor as needed for manuscript handing issues or in the enforcement of editorial or production policies and respond to Author/Editor/Reviewer queries as needed.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communication colleagues to develop and contribute to specific portfolio strategies to broaden visibility for authors, the portfolio, and the journal program.
• Collaborate with Production and Operations to ensure journals are running smoothly and offering the best experience to authors.
• This position description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

Technical Competencies (are applied or practical knowledge and skills needed for effective technical performance):

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both, verbal and written
• Excellent decision-making and organizational skills
• Strong project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Behavioral Competencies (are observable behaviors and skills that matter most for success):

1. Instills Trust (Respect/Honor) Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
2. Communicates Effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audience
3. Drives Results Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
4. Optimizes Work Processes Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
5. Ensures Accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
6. Self-Development Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
7. Values Differences Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
8. Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
9. Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
10. Ensures Accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
11. Build Effective Teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
12. Business Insight - Applying knowledge of the industry and the marketplace to advance the organization's mission

Supervisory Responsibility:

1. For employees reporting directly to this position, the incumbent is responsible for making hiring decisions, managing the annual performance appraisal process, coaching, mentoring, and providing approval for vacation & time-off requests
2. All facets of this position are self-directed within the policies and procedures approved by the Board of Directors, and guidelines established by the department's Director in partnership with the organization's Senior Leadership team
3. This position is responsible to the CEO, the COO and the department's Director for the department's fiscal management and, in this capacity, rules on the allocation of expenditures
4. In partnership with the department's Director, this position is responsible for departmental decision-making regarding personnel actions, the acquisition and utilization of resources, procedures, and control systems
5. This position supports the department's Director in overseeing the development of budgets for all existing programs and new proposals, providing signatory approval for expenditures, contracts, subcontracts, and personal service agreements

Physical Demands:

This role is primarily sedentary and involves prolonged periods of sitting and extensive use of computers and other digital devices. Employees may be required to engage in repetitive motions such as typing and mouse use. Occasional movement may be necessary to access office supplies or equipment within a home or remote workspace. This requires a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup, including standard equipment such as a computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and headset. Ergonomic considerations are encouraged to promote comfort and reduce physical strain during extended work hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

ASM is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact hr@asmusa.org so we can engage in an interactive process to support your participation.

Travel Requirements 10%

Salary Range $105,024.00- $139,162.00

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Required

7 years: Years of STM publishing experience, with at least two (2) years in a leadership position

Preferred

Working experience with publishing tools and web-based technologies, including online manuscript and production management systems

Strong personnel management skills, mentoring experience preferred

Professional society experience highly desirable