Acquisitions Editor (Physics)

World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publisher in Singapore is seeking an experienced individual to manage editorial processes for books and journals in STEM topics. The role involves acquiring academic content, maintaining collaborations with authors and stakeholders, and participating in marketing activities. Candidates should hold a PhD or Degree in Pure and Applied Sciences, possess strong communication and analytical skills, and have prior experience in academic publishing. Incentives are also available for this position.

Benefits

Incentives payable

Qualifications

• PhD or Degree in Pure and Applied Sciences is required.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.
• Prior experience in academic publishing is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Acquire academic contents for books and journals in STEM topics.
• Responsible for full editorial processes from submission to publication.
• Maintain relationships with authors, reviewers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

PhD or Degree in Pure and Applied Sciences

Job description

Responsibilities

• Acquire academic contents for books and journals in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) topics.
• Responsible for full editorial processes from manuscript submission to publication.
• Maintain positive collaborative relationship with all stakeholders including existing/potential authors, reviewers, contributors, key advisers, potential textbook adopters, and colleagues in various divisions.
• Monitoring market demand, advising future trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in marketing and promotional activities as required.
• Represent World Scientific Publishing at conferences and events where appropriate.
• Any ad hoc projects assigned when necessary.

Requirements

• PhD or Degree in Pure and Applied Sciences.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet KPIs and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Prior experience in academic publishing will be given preference.
• Incentives payable.