Associate Publisher, Open Access Journals

6 Minutes ago • All levels • $64,350 PA - $70,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Springer Nature is a leading global research publisher seeking an Associate Publisher for Open Access Journals. The role involves managing a portfolio of journals, driving their growth and strategic development, and ensuring a high-quality author and editor experience. Responsibilities include developing annual journal plans, managing submission and publication targets, monitoring key performance indicators, and resolving pre- and post-publication issues. The Associate Publisher will also manage contract negotiations, collaborate with internal departments, and stay informed about industry trends. A Bachelor's degree in life, biomedical, or health sciences is preferred, along with previous academic publishing experience. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential for this role, which offers a hybrid working model.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in life, biomedical, or health sciences
  • Previous academic publishing experience
  • Resourceful and proactive problem-solving
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • IT systems-literate with attention to detail
Good to have:
  • Experience with journals and books
  • Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment
  • Experience developing researcher relationships
  • Ability to travel occasionally
Perks:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Hybrid office working policy
  • Summer Hours
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible Spending programs
  • Commuter programs
  • Life insurance options
  • Disability coverage
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Voluntary benefits (Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance Insurance)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family friendly benefits
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee Social Networks

Job Details

Job Title: Associate Publisher, Open Access Journals

Location: New York, Shanghai or Beijing (Hybrid working model)

Application Deadline: August 11, 2025

About Springer Nature

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature

About the Brand

BMC has more than 20 years of experience in developing open access and provides high-quality, impactful research and a supportive publishing experience for authors. We are committed to publishing the best open access journals in our portfolio of over 250 titles and we strive to drive progress in biology, health sciences and medicine. Visit biomedcentral.com and follow @BioMedCentral

About the Role

The BMC Academic Journals group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.

We are seeking an Associate Publisher to manage a portfolio of open access journals in our division that includes both society and proprietary journals. Reporting to an Executive Publisher, you will be responsible for the management, strategic development and success of the individual journals, liaising with internal staff, external journal Editors, and the scientific community.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive the growth and development of a group of open access journals as part of a strategically defined overall portfolio within the Journals group, successfully devising and implementing annual journal development plans

  • Develop journals to deliver a best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from Editors-in-Chief (EiCs), Editorial Board Members (EBMs), and Societies where applicable, on whom we rely

  • Understand and manage the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times

  • Ensure that all key performance indicators (KPIs) are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed

  • Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct, policies)

  • Manage the complexities of contract negotiations with external parties (e.g., external Editors, Societies) by using/developing a working knowledge of financial profit & loss statements and forecasting

  • Develop strong working relationships with colleagues in production, IT and other departments to ensure that any problems encountered with your journal, and particularly by authors, Editors and peer reviewers, can be swiftly and effectively resolved

  • Understand the trends and changes in the communities you serve to ensure that Springer Nature can respond appropriately

  • Gather, evaluate, and synthesise information from diverse sources to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning

  • Develop and maintain relationships with a network of researchers

  • Review new journal and commercial opportunities in consultation with the Senior Management and contribute to journal proposals

  • Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups

  • When needed, attend external meetings (in-person or virtual) to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs, society partners, and the wider research community

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

  • Educated to Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study (life, biomedical or health sciences)

  • Previous experience in academic publishing – journals and books experience is considered

  • Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries, taking a positive and proactive approach to problem solving, taking ownership to drive and complete tasks

  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and influencing skills

  • Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels and as part of a team

  • Ability to work on your own initiative and independently within a hybrid team environment

  • Strong time management and organisational skills; including proven ability to take ownership to drive and complete tasks, to consistently meet deadlines, and to adapt quickly to change

  • Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry-based researchers, using diplomacy and assertiveness as appropriate

  • IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail

  • Ability to travel occasionally

Application Deadline: August 11, 2025

Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision

  • 401(k) with company match and contribution

  • Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off

  • Flexible Spending and Commuter programs

  • Multiple Life insurance options

  • Disability coverage

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts

  • An array of Employee Social Networks 

US Annualized Base Salary Range: $64,350 - $70,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster.

At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture, and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion  

If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.

For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/

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Job Posting End Date:

12-08-2025

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