Senior Associate Publisher, Life Sciences — Grow Journals

Elsevier; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsevier in Amsterdam is seeking a publishing professional to manage a portfolio of 10–12 life sciences journals. You will build strong relationships with editors, editorial boards and societies, using data-driven insights to improve journal performance.

The role requires a university degree or PhD, strong English communication skills, and the ability to work independently across cultures. Expect travel and collaboration on wider STMJ/Elsevier projects to advance research dissemination.

Qualifications

• Strong English communication and networking skills.
• Data-driven mindset with commercial and financial awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and collaboratively across cultures and locations.
• Good judgment when using AI tools and evaluating outputs.
• Willingness to travel, averaging 3–4 trips per year.

Responsibilities

• Follow the market: stay updated with developments in publishing and research to identify needs and opportunities for journals and communities served.
• Set portfolio strategy using market knowledge and data to meet targets and keep journals competitive; gather, present and interpret data.
• Develop the portfolio: grow content and financial performance through journals and acquisitions, explore new formats and channels.
• Manage contracts with editors: negotiate and manage relationships with journal editors.
• Manage budgets: take responsibility for the editorial fees budget.
• Build relationships: maintain regular contact with editors, editorial boards, researchers, societies and funders.
• Contribute to wider projects: participate in STMJ and Elsevier projects, pilots for new products or new business models.

Skills

English communication

Networking

Data-driven mindset

Commercial awareness

Adaptability

AI judgment

Travel willingness

Education

University degree or PhD

Job description

Elsevier in Amsterdam is seeking a publishing professional to manage a portfolio of 10–12 life sciences journals. You will build strong relationships with editors, editorial boards and societies, using data-driven insights to improve journal performance.

The role requires a university degree or PhD, strong English communication skills, and the ability to work independently across cultures. Expect travel and collaboration on wider STMJ/Elsevier projects to advance research dissemination.