At a Glance
- Tasks: Promote journals, build relationships, and invite high-quality manuscript submissions.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a leading academic publishing company.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, remote work, and opportunities for international collaboration.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for professional growth and academic exchange.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the academic community while working with innovative minds.
- Qualifications: PhD in relevant fields and familiarity with local academic environments.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Regional Journal Development Editor to join our team. This position is open to both full-time and part-time candidates. Candidates must be based in one of the following cities: Rome, Berlin, London, Madrid, Washington, D.C., Ottawa, Canberra, Seoul, or Tokyo.
Responsibilities
- Promote the company’s journals within the local academic community to enhance journal visibility and academic impact.
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with universities, hospitals, research institutions, academic societies, and conference organizers.
- Be responsible for inviting high-quality manuscript submissions by proactively identifying and contacting potential authors, research teams, and subject experts, and by commissioning and encouraging high-quality submissions based on the journal’s scope, research trends, and special topic directions.
- Represent the company and its journals at academic conferences, institutional visits, webinars, academic exchange activities, and local academic networking events.
- Collect local market information and monitor and follow up on research trends in relevant fields.
- Submit regular work progress reports, including academic contact development, potential collaboration opportunities, conference resources, market feedback, and journal development suggestions.
Requirements
- PhD in molecular biology, biomedicine, life sciences, nutrition, materials science, social sciences, or a related discipline.
- Familiarity with the local academic environment of hospitals, research institutions, or universities.
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
- Ability to proactively identify potential academic resources and conduct professional and timely follow-up.
We offer
- Competitive compensation.
- Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities (this position requires candidates to be based in one of the specified cities).
- A work environment that supports innovation and academic development.
- Opportunities for international academic exchange and collaboration.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a cover letter to support@imrpress.com. In the subject line, please mention "Regional Journal Development Editor Application - [Your Name]". We will contact qualified candidates within two weeks of receiving the application. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Regional Journal Development Editor employer: IMR Press
Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Regional Journal Development Editor, where you will have the opportunity to promote academic excellence within your local community. With competitive compensation, flexible working hours, and a supportive work environment that fosters collaboration and professional growth, this role offers a unique chance to engage with leading researchers and institutions in vibrant cities like London, Berlin, and Tokyo. Embrace the opportunity for international academic exchange and make a meaningful impact in the world of scholarly publishing.
