Commissioning Editor, Collections Management and Acquisitions

Lead commissioning strategies for key journals to drive portfolio growth.

Define and implement best practices across the Collections lifecycle.

Identify and prioritize Collection topics using market intelligence and data-driven analysis.

Monitor topic-level market trends and conduct competitor analysis.

Build relationships across internal and external editorial communities.

Use data analysis tools and editorial expertise to align topic selection with journal objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on topic modeling and content acquisition challenges.

Manage the Collections pipeline against publication targets.

Partner with editorial teams to align Collections strategies with journal development plans.

Identify and engage Guest Editors and authors.

Coordinate Guest Editor training on editorial standards and publishing workflows.

Work with Marketing teams on Collection promotion and community engagement.

Support Managing Editors in overseeing peer review activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a STEM discipline with a keen interest in Science

3-4 years' experience in the publishing industry or science research

Familiarity with the Research Process and the Scientific community

Excellent understanding of the research publishing landscape and how journals and journal publishers serve the research community, particularly Open Access journals

Direct experience of managing a journal or journal portfolio is desirable

Strong data analysis and reporting skills; ability to directly query data is desirable

Practical awareness of research ethics and its key aspects

Excellent presentational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

Creative mindset and ability to bring energy, ideas and new approaches

Strategic and commercial mindset, with experience developing and implementing plans

Ability to adapt quickly to change, juggle a varied workload under pressure, and work efficiently independently and as part of a team

Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in leading commissioning strategies and managing journal portfolios, with strong data analysis skills to inform topic selection and market trends. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage effectively with editorial communities.

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