Acquisitions Editor (Engineering)

World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publishing company in Singapore is seeking a professional to manage and develop journals in Engineering. Responsibilities include acquiring content, handling editorial workflows, and conducting market research to ensure the relevance of the portfolio. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication and analytical skills, along with a degree in Science or Engineering or relevant experience in academic publishing.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in Science or Engineering.
• Relevant experience in academic publishing or related skills will also be considered.
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Acquire academic contents for books and journals in Engineering.
• Manage and develop assigned journals to improve their quality and impact.
• Handle editorial workflow from signing agreements to publication.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Acquiring academic contents for books and journals in Engineering.
• Manage and develop assigned journals to improve their quality, impact, and profitability.
• Handle editorial workflow from signing agreements to publication, coordinating directly with authors, production teams, printers, and designers. Responsibilities also include project management, preparing necessary documentation, and generating reports.
• Cultivate positive relationships with authors, reviewers, editorial board members, key advisors, colleagues from various departments and other stakeholders to foster stronger collaboration.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of potential titles to ensure commercial viability, consistent and profitable revenue stream in line with company’s financial goals.
• Carry out research to track and interpret current market trends to identify emerging opportunities and prioritize publications that align with audience demands and industry developments, ensuring the portfolio remains competitive and relevant.
• Participate in marketing and promotion activities for books and journals.
• Any ad hoc projects when required and assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Science or Engineering is preferred.
• Candidates with degrees in non-science or non-engineering fields will also be considered if they possess relevant prior experience in academic publishing or related skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and a sharp attention to detail.
• Capable of performing duties with diligence, aiming for professional success while contributing to the growth and success of the organization.