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Journal Manager- Fungal Biology and Soil Science
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We are seekinga driven and target-oriented professional for the role of Journal Manager, managing two new journals to be launched within our Life Sciences program ( Frontiers in Fungal Biology and Frontiers in Soil Science , with a third launch journal to be added in future). This is a full-time permanent position located in our London office. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about science and has strong publishing and/or project management experience and proven line management responsibility. The successful candidate will be responsible for the post-launch management, strategic development and growth of these journals through content acquisition initiatives, as well as building and leveraging strong relationships with the Editorial Boards of leading academics. They will be responsible for pro-actively managing the journals performance and must show strong strategic direction to devise and implement editorial strategies to build strong recognition for their portfolio, while creating new opportunities to drive key performance indicators. Under the guidance of a Program Manager and working closely with members across multiple Editorial Teams, the Journal Manager role requires the ability to inspire across all levels, be a trusted advisor for internal and external stakeholders and creatively approach solutions to deliver strong growth from launch. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and ideally work experience within academic publishing, which will enable them to effectively engage with high-profile scholars and be an effective team manager and interface with other departments. Application deadline for this position is Monday 22 June 2020. Responsibilities * Manage 2, ultimately 3, newly launched journals (Frontiers in Fungal Biology and Frontiers in Soil Science, with third journal to come later) and deliver ambitious targets and objectives * Drive journal growth and development through Editor engagement, article collections and section launches, informed by competitor and market analysis. * Build strong relationships with high-profile scholars and pro-actively manage the Editorial Boards * Represent the company to external stakeholders and promote the portfolio at international conferences * Manage and lead Journal Specialists and supporting team members across multiple Editorial departments * Collaborate with internal departments to ensure efficiency and scalability of journal operations * Lead internal editorial projects and initiatives to bring further strategic value and growth opportunities for the company Requirements * At least 2 years of experience working in an academic publishing house, and/or strong equivalent project management experience; * A degree or higher within a Life Sciences area is essential, with a keen interest in dissemination of research; * At least 1 year of management experience; * Initiative taking, dynamic and engaged personality; * Flawless communication in written and spoken English; * Aptitude for digesting large amounts of information, and reacting effectively to urgent situations; * Ability to work independently, be highly organized and meet deadlines; * Sound and mature judgment; decisive and tactful when working with multiple stakeholders; * Technical proficiency, with hands-on skills using current software (particularly MS Excel); * A working knowledge of common social networks and social media platforms. Application documents: CV, cover letter and a strategic business plan demonstrating how a Journal Manager would ensure the strongest possible set-up of a journal at launch point, and its management beyond, for long-term growth and success. If selected for an interview, candidates will be asked to present their submitted business plan in 10 minutes.