Product Associate, Journal Ops & Market Insights

AAAS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

AAAS in Washington, DC is seeking a Product Associate to help administer the Science Advances APC system and support related communications with authors and vendors. The role also analyzes manuscript, payment, and operational data to assist budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly performance reporting.

You will contribute to planning for the Science family of journals, develop expertise in strategy and industry trends, and conduct market research to uncover insights and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in business, technology, marketing or sales.
• Understanding of academic publishing business models and technologies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Tableau or Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to administration of the Science Advances APC system and related communication with authors and vendors.
• Analyze manuscript, payment, and operational data to support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly performance reporting.
• Contribute to planning and support for the Science family of journals and related products.
• Develop expertise in strategy, technology, journal disciplines, and industry trends.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify insights and opportunities.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Editorial, Marketing, and other internal teams.
• Engage with departmental priorities and initiatives, including participation in planning meetings and special projects.

Skills

Excel

Tableau/Power BI

Analytical ability

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AAAS in Washington, DC is seeking a Product Associate to help administer the Science Advances APC system and support related communications with authors and vendors. The role also analyzes manuscript, payment, and operational data to assist budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly performance reporting.

You will contribute to planning for the Science family of journals, develop expertise in strategy and industry trends, and conduct market research to uncover insights and opportunities.