Publishing Director, Applied Sciences Journals (Hybrid)

Springer Nature; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Hybrid office policy

Tuition Assistance

Life insurance options

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Springer Nature in the United States is seeking a Publishing Director for Springer Journals (Applied Sciences) with a hybrid work model located in New York or Philadelphia. You will lead a global journal portfolio, shape strategy, and drive growth while building and mentoring a high-performing team.

You will collaborate with editors, societies, and journal owners to expand networks and advance publishing excellence through data-driven insights and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required in a relevant field.
• Significant experience in scientific, academic, or scholarly publishing.
• Proven leadership of teams and portfolios in a complex environment.
• Commercially minded with ability to identify partnerships and opportunities.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead high-performing teams and portfolio strategy.
• Shape portfolio growth through partnerships with societies, editors, and journal owners.
• Apply data analytics to assess portfolio performance and translate insights into action.
• Collaborate with editors and the scholarly community to expand strategic networks.
• Drive business development and revenue growth for Springer Nature journals.
• Mentor staff to maintain high performance and professional growth.
• Foster an inclusive environment that supports strategic success.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio management

Data analytics

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor' s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Springer Nature in the United States is seeking a Publishing Director for Springer Journals (Applied Sciences) with a hybrid work model located in New York or Philadelphia. You will lead a global journal portfolio, shape strategy, and drive growth while building and mentoring a high-performing team.

You will collaborate with editors, societies, and journal owners to expand networks and advance publishing excellence through data-driven insights and strategic partnerships.