Managing Editor (Journal Manager)

Society for Scholarly Publishing; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in scholarly publishing is seeking a Managing Editor (Journal Manager) to lead journal operations and marketing strategies. This full-time remote position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with editors and committees to enhance journal portfolios and attract high-caliber authors. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in scholarly publishing, and a creative approach to marketing. Join a dedicated team committed to advancing the scientific community and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

Life and Accident Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Deferred Savings Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in scholarly publishing and product marketing.
• Creative leader with strong marketing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing plans to attract authors.
• Manage journal operations and oversee branding and product positioning.

Skills

Scholarly Publishing

Product Marketing

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Database Queries

Education

College Degree

Advanced Degree in Materials or Physical Science

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Managing Editor (Journal Manager) partners with our editors-in-chief, editorial boards, Publications Committee, and third-party publisher to develop a strong portfolio of journals (https://ceramics.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), exploit new business opportunities, lead journal operations, and add value for ACerS members and the scientific community. The Managing Editor (Journal Manager) will develop and implement effective marketing plans and activities to attract high-caliber authors and ensure efficient editorial, review, and publishing operations. This is a full-time remote position based out of ACerS’ Westerville, Ohio, headquarters.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Requires a college degree, with an advanced degree in materials or physical science preferred.
2. Experience in managing scientific journals or related technical products is a plus.
3. 5+ years’ experience in scholarly publishing, product marketing, and/or sales of technical products.
4. Must be a creative and assertive leader with outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills, strong marketing and presentation skills, excellent command of English, and ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers.
5. Manages journal products, Phase Equilibrium Diagrams, and book programs; acts as liaison to the Publications Committee.
6. Oversees branding, product positioning, marketing analysis, competitor analysis, author marketing, product expansion, and new product development.
7. Facilitates development of editorial strategy and policy, attracts top authors, identifies new research areas, and establishes quality standards.
8. Defines and gathers data from multiple sources to inform decisions, with experience creating and running database queries preferred.
9. Ensures efficient journal review processes, manages peer review platforms, implements standards for turnaround times, and evaluates editors’ performance.
10. Manages publisher relations to ensure ACerS receives primary focus from its publisher.
11. Requires 20% travel.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY

The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) is the leading international professional organization for ceramic, glass, and materials scientists, engineers, researchers, manufacturers, sales professionals, educators, and students. ACerS publishes journals, periodicals, and books; organizes meetings and expositions; and offers technical information through web and print outlets. Its extensive website (ceramics.org) provides access to journals, newsblog, membership magazine, videos, career resources, and technical knowledge. The Society serves over 11,000 members from more than 70 countries.

ACerS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, life and accident insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, and a deferred savings plan. ACerS is an EEO M/F/D/V employer.