Managing Editor (Health Science journals)

We have a great opportunity to work as a Managing Editor on a range of Health Science and Medicine journals for a world leading publisher of books and journals in Oxfordshire. This role involves substantial international travel.

Key duties:

• Manage a list of Medicine & Health Science journals
• Build good relationships with a global group of academic editors and learned society contacts
• Oversee the financial well-being of the journal list
• Ensure that existing contracts are renewed
• Maximise Open Access revenues
• This role has scope for Commissioning work, supporting the acquisition programme of the Publisher

Experience / skills required:

• Prior experience in either a journal or books editorial environment is essential
• You must be familiar with Open Access and current issues in academic publishing
• You will have enthusiasm and commercial acumen
• A flexible and highly organised approach is essential
• You must have a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and presentation skills are essential

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to clairelouisekemp@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:            Claire Louise Kemp

Tel:                   01865 339628

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