Associate Editor (Discover Journals)

As an Associate Editor for Discover Journals at Springer Nature, you will play a crucial role in managing the launch and development of a portfolio of new journals in materials and chemistry. Your responsibilities will include ensuring new journals are launched on schedule, developing journal strategies, overseeing content development, and maintaining peer review quality. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external journal editors, and the scientific community to drive the success of the Discover journals. Your role will involve contributing to the success of the Discover journals by owning the launch and development of journals, supporting editorial handling of articles, and engaging with Editorial Board members and authors. You will be responsible for building relationships with Editorial Board members, recruiting new members, and ensuring efficient manuscript handling. Additionally, you will be expected to contribute to marketing efforts, develop journal website content, attend conferences, and participate in social media activities to increase journal visibility and raise awareness within the relevant communities. You will collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure journal success and represent the team in various projects and initiatives. To excel in this role, you should have a PhD or equivalent qualification in materials science or chemistry, a keen interest in open access publishing, and knowledge of editorial processes. Strong communication, analytical, and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. Previous editorial experience would be a strong advantage. At Springer Nature, we value diversity and strive to build an inclusive culture where all individuals are treated fairly and can contribute their unique perspectives. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please inform us so we can provide necessary accommodations. Join us in our mission to advance research, share knowledge, and bring greater understanding to the world. Visit our careers page for more information on opportunities at Springer Nature.,