Commissioning Editor - Content Acquisition

REDWOOD PUBLISHING RECRUITMENT; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global academic publishing organization seeks a Commissioning Editor for their Content Acquisition Team in London. The role involves analyzing academic fields, commissioning articles, and engaging with researchers. Ideal candidates will have relevant academic experience in medicine and health, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Day off on birthday

Good pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in academic or STM journals publishing is desired.
• High level of computer literacy is essential.
• Interest in Open Science practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured analyses of academic fields to identify growth areas.
• Commission high-quality articles and develop commissioning plans.
• Maintain networks with researchers and uphold editorial policies.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Relationship building

Interest in Open Science

Education

Relevant academic experience in medicine and health

Tools

MS Office

Salesforce

Job description

Commissioning Editor – Content Acquisition

Redwood is very excited to be working with a leading global academic publishing organisation which is looking to hire 2 Commissioning Editors to join their Content Acquisition Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the commissioning of high-quality articles, ensuring a steady pipeline of published material across a range of diverse medicine and health journals. These roles are offered on a hybrid basis with at least 3 days a week in their London office and 2 days working from home.

This role will involve undertaking analysis of academic fields and growth areas, and engaging with researchers, building relationships with the research community and will work closely with the Journal Editors and Editorial Boards, as well as internal editorial teams. These roles offer the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a thriving business.

In this pivotal position, some of the responsibilities will include:

Conduct structured analyses of relevant academic fields to pinpoint growth areas to identify opportunities for new content. Commission high-quality articles – drive article submissions across a portfolio of journals Develop and implement commissioning plans targeting key researchers and groups. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality content across the journal portfolio. Work closely with journal editors, editorial boards and internal teams. Maintain strong networks with researchers, authors, and key partners. Uphold editorial policies and continually enhance your knowledge of subject areas. Who we’re looking for:

Relevant academic or work experience, ideally in medicine and health disciplines, with experience in academic/STM journals publishing. Strong analytical abilities, effective prioritisation, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Ideally in a biological science subject High level of computer literacy, including MS Office and internet browsers; experience with Salesforce is a plus. Ability to work well with local and global colleagues at all levels Interest in Open Science: A genuine interest in open access, open data, and publishing and related matter. This role offers a highly competitive salary with great benefits, including, 25 days annual leave, a day off on your birthday, good pension scheme, life assurance, employee assistance programme and much more!

If you're passionate about shaping the future of academic publishing in the medicine and health sectors, we want to hear from you!

For further information, please send your CV and a short cover note to: [e-mail]

This role is based in the UK, and candidates must have the right to work and live in the United Kingdom.