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About the Brand
BMC has more than 20 years of experience in developing open access and provides high-quality, impactful research and a supportive publishing experience for authors. We are committed to publishing the best open access journals in our portfolio of over 250 titles and we strive to drive progress in biology, health sciences and medicine. Visit biomedcentral.com and follow @BioMedCentral
Associate or Senior Editor, BMC Series
Full Time, Permanent Role
Location: New York or Heidelberg - Hybrid working model
Closing Date: July 12th 2024
The BMC Series are looking for an Associate/Senior Editor work across several journals within our medical and life sciences portfolios, (BMC Environmental Science, BMC Agriculture, BMC Gastroenterology). The BMC series publishes scientifically valid and technically rigorous research. In this role, you would be responsible for handling manuscripts, providing advice to external editorial board members and developing the content of these journals. Communication is a key part of this role, as you will need to build excellent and productive relationships with the editorial board. You will also work closely with internal teams responsible for editorial support, as well as marketing and data sharing.
This is a dynamic and varied role that will give you the opportunity to see content across a broad range of topics and contribute to the success of BMC as a whole.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the content published in these journals, primarily by advising on content handled by editorial board members, but also by handling individual submissions yourself where required, assessing their relevance to the journal and selecting peer reviewers as needed.
Support the investigation and resolution of publishing or research ethics cases.
Contribute to journal development plans for each journal in your portfolio, taking into account individual journal performance and development needs, as well as the overall strategy of the BMC journals.
Ensure that appropriate editorial standards are upheld.
Build excellent communications and relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors.
Ensure that all members of the Editorial Board are fully aware of the ethos and editorial policies of the journal and the BMC series, and have all necessary training and information to perform their roles.
Experience, skills and qualifications:
Educated to PhD level (or equivalent), in a relevant field
An interest in open access publishing
Excellent communication skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals
Self-starter with a positive, can-do approach to problem-solving
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels
Willing to travel occasionally and represent BMC at external events
Further information about life at Springer Nature, hybrid working and the range of benefits available in your preferred location will be shared during the interview process.
To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations and notice period.
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Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks
US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 / Senior Editor: $91,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.
Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster
Internal applicants: We encourage that you speak to your manager once the interview process has started. At the point of offer acceptance, it is required that you inform your manager. If for any reason you're unable to do so, please contact HR who can provide guidance as required.
At Springer Nature we value the diversity of our teams. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce with equitable opportunities for everyone. We strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here. https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion.
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://careers.springernature.com/.
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