Описание:
Springer Nature is iteratively developing a new inhouse platform, the Springer Nature Article Processing Platform (Snapp), to provide a submission and peer review experience that is fast, simple, convenient and rewarding for our authors, editors and reviewers. Developing our own system in-house not only means we can take a fresh approach to engaging with our researchers; it is a competitive advantage for our business and moves us away from having to rely heavily on third party technologies.
Задачи:
Liaise closely with key stakeholders in Editorial, guiding them through the transition to ensure a smooth and successful adoption of Snapp, from initial engagement, through migration and onto the management of the submission to acceptance end-to-end workflow, balancing stakeholders Work closely with the Transformation Initiatives team and stakeholders to ensure the project is communicated in a timely and structured way, for both internal and external Editorial colleagues, communicating effectively Engage with the Snapp delivery teams in Technology and Product Management who are responsible for delivering the services and systems that are dependencies for success, ensuring goal alignment Engage with teams working on projects that are not directly part of the migration, but which could impact business objectives. Track activities and progress and work with stakeholders on regular and accurate reporting. Facilitate the resolution of workflow blockers and challenges, bringing in other colleagues as necessary, in order to meet the agreed targets for title adoption and article submissions, using conflict management skills and resourcefulness Support the Transformation Initiatives team with other projects as needed, including migrations between publishers, peer-review systems, GPO service providers, systems, and publishing models, as well as journal launches and closures.
Требования:
Proven project management experience. Experience of journal publishing workflows, specifically around the ‘submit to accept’ workflow. Experience in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. Experience in the successful transition of new technologies and workflows in a commercial environment. Experience of negotiation and successfully integrating customer and operational requirements. A good understanding of the research publishing landscape and how journals and journal publishers serve the research community. Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal. Excellent interpersonal skills with confidence to coordinate operational complexity and communicate effectively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders. Strong data analysis and reporting skills. Excellent office software skills, specifically in managing spreadsheets and project plans. Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience. Будет плюсом: Formal project management qualification such as Prince 2 is desirable but not essential
Условия:
This role is offered on a permanent basis and is based in our London office on a hybrid working model.
Project manager for peer review systems employer: Springer Nature
Springer Nature is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and empowering work culture, particularly for the Senior Business Analyst role. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities and the chance to work within a dynamic network of teams across global locations like London, Lisbon, and Berlin. The company prioritises innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring that your contributions directly impact meaningful outcomes in the research and education sectors.
