The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 ½ years production experience in STM publishing, and be conversant with Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

The Production Editor manages all aspects of interaction with authors, development editors , e-product development staff, and freelance staff from delivery of manuscript and art to launch/relaunch or publication of all educational products. The PE is responsible for new workflow design; setting and maintaining editorial, design, and layout standards; reviewing content and functionality; and hiring, managing , and evaluating freelance staff.

The candidate must have excellent communication skills, be detail and goal-oriented, be a good planner,  and have the ability to juggle multiple projects and adapt to changing workflows. A background in the sciences and/or medicine is desirable.

Candidates should send their cover letter with salary expectations and resume to: Elizabeth Berg, elizabeth.berg@thieme.com

Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.

The role

As one of our Assistant Editors working on the weekly Veterinary
Record and monthly In Practice –official journals of the British
Veterinary Association – you will take on a varied role and hone your
skills with these reputable, global publications. Fast-paced, your role
will encompass everything from assisting in producing and assessing
appealing, high-quality content to editing, ensuring accuracy and
conveying findings in a clear and concise manner. Communicating with
authors and editors, and writing journal content, will also be down to
you.

The person

In addition to your background in science publishing, we’re looking
for well-rounded editorial skills, including headline, caption and news
writing skills, sound judgement to evaluate content and superb all-round
communications skills. A flexible approach, initiative and the ability
to come up with new ideas are also a must.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV, covering letter and salary details to:

jobs@bmjgroup.com

Closing date

7 June 2012

The BMJ Journals division currently has a vacancy for an Editorial Production
Assistant. This rewarding role comprises overseeing the work of contractors,
providing guidance, and facilitating the submission and peer review process via
Scholar One Manuscripts (our online manuscript tracking system).

In this capacity,
you will also be responsible for developing and producing reports which reflect
the performance of your assigned journals, and taking the initiative to
implement improvements where appropriate. 

The Editorial Production Assistant is the
main internal contact for customers requiring technical support with the
submission system.

This role also
involves supporting peers within the department by becoming adept at a range of
tasks within the Editorial Production department, including processing
permissions and minute taking for journal meetings as required.


The Person
It is a
requirement that you are educated to degree level or equivalent with excellent
written and oral communication skills.

You should be
computer literate with a good knowledge of web and email based applications.
We are looking
for someone who is self motivated with an ability to prioritise workloads, work
well under pressure as well as within a team. Strong organisational skills are
essential. 

It is imperative that you are able to
identify and resolve issues against known criteria independently and
proactively, with great tact and diplomacy.

Experience with
online manuscript tracking systems is desirable.


How to apply
To apply, please
email your CV, covering letter and salary details to:
 

We require a production editor to manage our book production programme. This will involve liaising with our freelance editors and our offices in Cambridge (UK) and in the USA.

A year of production experience is preferred, but not essential.

The post will become vacant at the end of May 2012.

To apply, please send a covering letter and CV to: Dr Glyn Jones, Publisher, Chandos Publishing, gjones@chandospublishing.com, tel 01993 848726

Day to day activities

• Identification of new methods to drive usage of RSC Publishing products. 
• Coordination of testing new releases of the RSC Publishing Platform and related applications. 
• Innovation development and implementation of new products across the RSC.
• Product discoverability development to allow RSC systems to meet customers' needs. 
• Monitoring competitor activity to allow the RSC to remain competitive in this market place.
    

Essential Skills and qualifications

• Good knowledge of electronic publishing systems and STM Publishing.
• Understanding and practical understanding of web discoverability techniques (SEO, social media, discovery systems).
• Experience of analysing web analytics.
• Excellent web focussed writing skills.
• Understanding of web development technologies, usability & accessibility.

Based in Cambridge, UK. Salary £27,052 - £30,057. Vacancy reference no. 12-62

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.rsc.org/AboutUs/rscwork/e-publishing-specialist.asp

Responsible for creating and managing an annual promotional budget of more than $1,000,000 and for creating and managing annual promotional marketing plans.

The incumbent is responsible for all internal and external marketing communications relating to the books and videos product lines to drive product sales and awareness in member, nonmember, and institutional markets.

Responsible for accomplishing product marketing objectives through a variety of promotion channels, including direct mail, e-mail, and advertising. Manages the production of marketing collateral material – catalogs, brochures, etc. – including selection of products to include, writing promotional copy, researching and selecting mail lists, and working with the Creative Production group to develop design parameters to keep projects on schedule and on budget.  Position requires some travel to staff convention exhibits.

Qualifications:
•    BA/BS required, preferably in marketing or business.
•    Minimum 3- 5 years of marketing experience, particularly to include experience in advertising, direct mail and email campaign coordination, copywriting, promotion response tracking, budgeting and budget expense tracking, and vendor management.
•    Experience in publishing required and in books publishing in particular preferred.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Access.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send resumes indicating Requisition Number 1351, cover letter and salary requirements to: American Psychological Association, Human Resources, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, or email to Human Resources at jobs@apa.org, or fax to (202) 336-5501.

End date for applications:  16^th April 2012

BioMed Central, the leading open access publisher, is looking for an experienced Publisher to grow their  clinical medicine portfolio of journals and related products and services. This rapidly expanding portfolio currently comprises around 50 journals including such leading titles as Journal of Translational Medicine, Respiratory Research and Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance.  The role has responsibility for substantially growing the revenue from this  important sector of our market through increasing the number of journals and the number of publications within them.  This includes setting  the overall strategy for the portfolio, agreeing targets and development plans, setting objectives to deliver these targets and managing the staff in the Clinical Medicine group to deliver on these.  The Publisher has additional responsibility for developing effective strategies which will drive the growth of high quality submissions and journal acquisitions from the Americas. The role will be based either in our London or New York office.

The role will include

• Identifying and acquiring new or transfer journals within the area of clinical medicine

• Identifying and realizing  potential  new business relationships and partnerships

• Maximising revenue growth for the portfolio through effective journal development strategies,  Management of staff both in the UK and the USA

• Excellent relationship building and management with the editors and societies of the journals within the portfolio

• Keeping up to date with developments in the field, and understanding the changing needs of clinicians and representing their needs to ensure that Biomed Central is able to fulfil those needs.

• Profile raising activities in the field,  for example contributions to discussions, projects of importance, presentations at conferences

• Keeping abreast of developments in the publishing industry, open access and especially in the Americas.

• Extensive travel.

The candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in medicine or other related subject

• Detailed knowledge of the clinical medical field

• Extensive experience in STM journal publishing preferable with experience of open access publishing

• Solid track record of  managing and developing a large portfolio of journals.

• Experience of acquiring journals

• Excellent communication and influencing skills

• Strong management and coaching skills, and experience in managing remote teams

• Willingness to travel extensively

Please send your CV and covering letter, stating salary expectations and quoting the job reference (BMC/PCM) to: HR, Floor 6, 236 Gray’s Inn Road, London, WC1X 8HB, or by email to: jobs@biomedcentral.com

BioMed Central offers a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers and an employee support programme.   

BioMed Central is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, gender, age, religion or belief, relationship status, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation or disability.

The role involves collating and interpreting market analysis of the sector, and launching or acquiring new contracts by utilising strong inter-personal skills and building relationships with academic editors, society contacts, international contacts and editorial boards.

It is essential that you have a degree in life sciences and experience in journals publishing.  You will have previous experience of journals acquisitions and development combined with strong inter-personal skills and you will be able to demonstrate the ability to adapt to internal and external shareholders to gain their commitment and support.

The role will be based in Cambridge with international travel.

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 8^th May 2012.

To apply please click the link below:

http://www.net-worxsolutions.co.uk/networxadmin/applicant/application_form_Stage1.aspx?id=13855&Qid=1590

The Journal Manager will assume overall responsibility for ensuring the success of a select group of AIP publications and products.  This includes working with journal editors to define editorial direction and develop content, as well as managing the product(s), driving the marketing strategies - particularly marketing to authors - and gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements through market research, all of which involves working closely with internal business units, academic editors, and external third-party organizations.  This position also includes responsibility for ensuring that development efforts support the overall strategies and goals of the Publisher's Office.  Candidate performance will be measured against each product's success using various metrics.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, Tuition assistance, and on-site fitness center.                                          

Please submit cover letter and resume to Laura Magri via e-mail at aiphrny@aip.org

The American Institute of Physics is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit membership corporation created for the purpose of promoting the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics and its application to human welfare. It is the mission of the Institute to serve the sciences of physics and astronomy by serving its Member Societies, individual scientists, students and the general public.

This position also includes responsibility for working with internal business units to align AIP activities to strategic objectives.  Candidate performance will be measured against each product’s success using various metrics.

Advanced physical science degree, or a Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 2 years experience in scientific publishing, including product development, market research, budgeting, or editorial functions.  Familiarity with research publication in physics-related journals is a definite benefit. Demonstrated success defining and developing excellent products. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly computer literate knowledge of/experience with internet-based scientific communication.  Excellentteamwork, time management, and organizational skills as well as the ability to take responsibility, assess complex situations, and work on own initiative.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition assistance, and on site fitness center.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Laura Magri via email aiphrny@aip.org

The American Institute of Physics is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit membership corporation created for the purpose of promoting the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics and its application to human welfare. It is the mission of the Institute to serve the sciences of physics and astronomy by serving its Member Societies, individual scientists, students and the general public.