Journal Development Editor | Wiley Job Network

"The Journal Development Editor role is ideally suited to a talented and proactive individual who is passionate about science, technology, medicine and open access. As the primary publishing contact for a portfolio of open access titles in the health sciences, the successful candidate will be responsible for growing and developing their journals, and ensuring exceptional service to our key stakeholders.  Strategic thinking, excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships are key to success in this exciting and varied position. Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with academic Editors, Editorial Boards, society executives and other key contacts in the field, with the aim of building our journals’ reputations and increasing submissions
• Build knowledge of the field and the relevant scientific communities to produce and implement strategic development plans for the journals to maintain a competitive advantage
• Plan, hold and follow up on Editorial Board meetings/conference calls, in conjunction with Editors
• Plan and drive the commissioning of content, including proactively suggesting topics
• In conjunction with the Journal Editorial Office team ensure the smooth running of peer review, including providing external Editors with guidance and training
• Ensure journal websites feature up-to-date content to engage the community, and that journals are promoted through all relevant avenues
• Represent the company at local and international conferences to improve market knowledge, to network within the community, receive feedback on the journals, and to promote BioMed Central journals and open access
• Work with other team members to identify opportunities for acquiring journals, manage set up activities for new journal and handle journal contract renewals and honorarium negotiations in a timely fashion
• Other duties as required"