Associate Managing Editor

Sage Publications India Pvt Ltd

Gurugram District

Hybrid

INR 650,000 - 900,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Sage Publications India Pvt Ltd in Gurugram, India, seeks an Associate Managing Editor to drive end-to-end management of journals, ensuring timely publication and high-quality output. You will collaborate with editors, authors, reviewers, societies, and cross-functional teams to support portfolio growth and indexing objectives.

The role emphasizes editorial leadership, publishing operations, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment, with hybrid working arrangements and a focus on

Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Publishing, or a related discipline.
2–3 years of experience in scholarly journal publishing within an editorial or journal management environment.
Hands-on experience with journal development activities, indexing applications, and editorial workflows.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end publication process for assigned journals to ensure timely delivery.
Serve as primary contact for journal-related operational matters and escalations.
Coordinate with editors, editors boards, authors, reviewers, and internal teams for efficient operations.
Monitor publication schedules and address delays to maintain timelines.

Skills

Editorial management

Journal publishing

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Peer review management systems

Job description

Associate Managing Editor

If you're passionate about making a difference, value flexibility and autonomy, and are looking for a supportive and inclusive environment, consider making Sage your next career move.

Job Purpose

The Associate Managing Editor is responsible for the end-to-end management and development of assigned journals, ensuring timely publication, operational excellence, and strong stakeholder engagement. The role works closely with editors, authors, reviewers, societies, and internal teams to support journal growth, publication quality, indexing objectives, and overall portfolio performance.

Key Responsibilities

Journal Portfolio Management

Manage the end-to-end publication process for assigned journals, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of issues.
Serve as the primary point of contact for journal-related operational matters and escalations.
Coordinate closely with editors, editorial boards, authors, reviewers, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient journal operations.
Ensure a seamless transition of newly acquired journals from the acquisitions stage to editorial management.
Monitor publishing schedules and proactively address delays to maintain publication timelines.

Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with journal editors, authors, reviewers, society partners, and internal teams.
Liaise regularly with Sage India, UK, and US colleagues to address editorial, production, and operational requirements.
Provide high-quality service and support to editors, societies, and contributors.

Journal Development Performance

Identify opportunities to enhance journal performance, visibility, and impact.
Work closely with editors on manuscript flow, turnaround times, editorial planning, and publication strategies.
Drive initiatives related to journal indexing, abstracting, Impact Factor acquisition, and overall portfolio growth.
Educate and guide editors on indexing criteria, citation performance, and Impact Factor improvement strategies.
Identify and implement journal-specific development plans to improve performance and reach.

Marketing Promotion

Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and execute journal-specific promotional activities, including:
Call for Papers campaigns
Impact Factor announcements
Special Issue promotions
Article-level marketing initiatives
Conference and event promotional support

Reporting Analysis

Prepare and present journal performance reports and publisher reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics.
Maintain accurate journal records, reports, and portfolio documentation.
Prepare personal performance reports aligned with departmental objectives.

Contract Business Management

Support drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing journal contract renewals and addenda.
Develop an understanding of publishing business models and contractual frameworks.
Support onboarding, maintenance, and renewal of new publishing products and content solutions.

Continuous Improvement

Stay updated on industry developments, publishing trends, and emerging technologies.
Contribute to process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
Work independently to achieve departmental objectives while escalating issues appropriately when required.

Key Accountabilities

Effective management of assigned journal portfolios.
Delivery of publication schedules and service-level commitments.
Enhanced journal visibility through indexing and abstracting achievements.
Strong stakeholder satisfaction and relationship management.
Accurate reporting and performance tracking.
Successful implementation of journal development initiatives.
Compliance with publishing standards, contracts, and internal policies.

Skills, Qualifications Experience

Essential Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Publishing, or a related discipline.

Experience

2-3 years of experience in scholarly journal publishing within an editorial or journal management environment.
Experience managing journals throughout the publication lifecycle.
Hands-on experience with journal development activities, indexing applications, and editorial workflows.

Knowledge

Strong understanding of Scholarly publishing processes
Peer review management
Journal management and development
Publishing contracts and business models
Abstracting and Indexing (AI) databases
Impact Factor and journal performance metrics

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly:
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Teams
SharePoint
Experience with peer review management systems is preferred.

Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
High attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced publishing environment.

Success Measures

Timely publication of assigned journals.
Improved journal performance and indexing outcomes.
High editor, author, reviewer, and society satisfaction.
Achievement of departmental and individual KPIs.
Effective management of journal portfolios and stakeholder relationships.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong. As a business and as an organization with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

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