Interdisciplinary Acquisitions Editor – Intersections Program

Oxford University Press; United States; Hybrid; USD 67,844 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading academic publisher is seeking an Acquisition Editor to oversee the Oxford Intersections program. This role involves leading digital publishing initiatives, developing new research topics, and engaging with scholars globally. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in publishing, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration. The position is hybrid based in New York, offering a salary range of $67,844 to $96,000 along with extensive benefits that promote work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of publishing or transferable professional experience.
• Experience with business and legal aspects of publishing.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to build trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of OUP’s short-form digital interdisciplinary publishing program.
• Identify and conceptualize new research publishing topics.
• Nurture relationships with scholars worldwide.

Skills

Publishing experience

Negotiating contract terms

Communication skills

Understanding of academic publishing

Collaboration across disciplines

Job description

A leading academic publisher is seeking an Acquisition Editor to oversee the Oxford Intersections program. This role involves leading digital publishing initiatives, developing new research topics, and engaging with scholars globally. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in publishing, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration. The position is hybrid based in New York, offering a salary range of $67,844 to $96,000 along with extensive benefits that promote work/life balance.