Part-Time Open Access Publishing Manager

Digital Preservation Coalition; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic project management organization seeks a Project Manager for a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover role supporting a significant open access publishing initiative. You will lead final project delivery stages, ensuring milestones are met, and work with diverse partners across the UK and internationally. Ideal candidates will have project management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-institutional environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, preferably in the academic publishing sector.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders and project partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the final stages of the project delivery and ensure milestones are met.
• Liaise with and report to funders.
• Collaborate with a diverse project team and external partners.

Job description

A leading academic project management organization seeks a Project Manager for a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover role supporting a significant open access publishing initiative. You will lead final project delivery stages, ensuring milestones are met, and work with diverse partners across the UK and internationally. Ideal candidates will have project management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-institutional environment.