Assistant Managing Editor
Sage · United States
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The posting
Job Purpose To proactively develop journals in order to deliver growth in terms of published content. To build relationships with authors and editors such that journals meet or exceed their published content targets. Key Accountabilities
Manage peer review processes, up to and including recommendations, within agreed timeframes, as required; ensure that all published content meets required ethical and scientific standards; recommend changes to peer review processes to improve efficiency.
Support internal and external stakeholders to ensure that journals publish high quality content consistently and in a timely manner.
Undertake to maintain strong subject knowledge within allocated journal fields, including via national and international conference attendance when required.
Execute the editorial strategy of the allocated journals, in line with Sage ’s wider strategy.
Develop the quality, profile, market share, budget and financial performance of journals within the assigned portfolios, in line with Sage ’s wider strategy.
Build and maintain positive relationships across Sage and with external partners, including journal editors and boards.
Support any ethical peer review investigations, plagiarism, and duplication concerns on journals within assigned portfolio.
Monitor and stay within own agreed travel budget.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Graduate in engineering or physical sciences (MSc, or BSc with appropriate peer-review experience)
Experience in journals publishing
Good commercial awareness
High level communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic awareness, including a detailed understanding of industry trends and best practice
Excellent prioritisation skills and a high level of adaptability
Proficient in standard IT packages, including Microsoft Office
Sage is committed to Diversity and Inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer. We value individuality and therefore welcome all qualified applications from a diverse range of candidates. Originally posted on Himalayas
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