Publisher

AIP Publishing; New York, Washington (NY, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Monthly remote stipend

Training and Tuition assistance

Job summary

AIP Publishing is looking for an Associate Publisher or Publisher to shape the direction of academic journals in Washington, DC. This high-impact role requires strategic thinking, data analysis, and strong communication skills.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years in scholarly publishing and will oversee journal performance and editorial content. Benefits include flexible work schedules, remote stipends, and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in scholarly publishing.
• Experience with researchers, editors, and academic communities.
• Strong data literacy and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for assigned journals and monitor industry trends.
• Guide editorial content strategy and drive engagement.
• Analyze journal performance data and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in related field

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

Peer review platforms

Job description

About the Role

AIP Publishing is a leading publisher of the physical sciences. We are seeking a dynamic Associate Publisher or Publisher to shape the strategic direction, growth, and success of a prestigious portfolio of academic journals. In this high‑impact role you will be the go‑to expert on journal performance, working closely with editors, internal teams, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and excellence in editorial quality, community engagement, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own strategy development and execution for assigned journals, ensuring alignment with portfolio goals and key publishing metrics.
• Monitor industry trends and conduct competitive analysis to inform journal positioning and development.
• Guide editorial content strategy in collaboration with Editors, focusing on emerging research and community relevance.
• Drive author, reviewer, and editor engagement through targeted outreach and retention strategies.
• Act as a trusted editorial partner and primary liaison to Editors, addressing concerns with clarity and professionalism.
• Manage editorial board lifecycles—including recruitment, onboarding, renewals, and performance monitoring.
• Contribute to organizational initiatives, from product development to cross‑functional process improvement.
• Analyze journal performance data and champion scalable, data‑driven reporting solutions.
• Support editorial best practices and mentor junior team members to foster a culture of knowledge‑sharing and growth.

What You’re Great At

• Strategic thinking and big‑picture planning while maintaining a sharp eye on editorial quality and day‑to‑day performance.
• Building relationships with researchers, editors, and cross‑functional teams with professionalism and empathy.
• Managing multiple priorities and staying organized in a dynamic, remote work environment.
• Analyzing performance data and extracting meaningful insights to support journal development.
• Navigating complex editorial and publishing landscapes with confidence and decisiveness.
• Leading through influence and collaboration—especially when managing change or mentoring others.

We’re Looking For

• Deep knowledge of scholarly publishing, peer review workflows, and research integrity standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to engage senior researchers and editorial boards.
• Data literacy with tools like Excel and PowerBI for tracking performance and supporting strategic decisions.
• Project management and organizational excellence, particularly in distributed or remote settings.
• Comfort with ambiguity, sound decision‑making, and an adaptive mindset.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to team development and continuous learning.

Experience Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in scholarly publishing, with proven responsibility in building and managing portfolios under a sound science open‑access framework (highly preferred).
• Experience engaging closely with researchers, editors, and academic communities through outreach, conference engagement, or similar initiatives.
• Familiarity with the physical sciences is preferred; a graduate degree in a related field is a plus.
• Strong data literacy, especially using Excel and PowerBI; experience with peer review platforms and CRMs is a bonus.
• Demonstrated cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management experience.
• Previous mentorship or onboarding experience is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel to conferences and meetings as needed.

Benefits

• A remote workforce with staff based in NY, NJ, CT, MD, VA, PA, MA, RI, or Washington, DC, who meet in person for collaboration, training, strategic planning — and fun!
• Generous paid time off and paid sick and safe leave.
• Flexible Work Schedule.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Exceptional retirement benefits.
• Monthly remote stipend.
• Training and Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Salary Range

$70,000 - $110,000 (Associate Publisher or Publisher will be commensurate with experience)

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.