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Publishing Director
Elsevier
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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This role is part of the Science, Technology and Medical Journal (STMJ) Publishing Organisation. In total STMJ consists of approximately 660fte based from offices in the UK, USA, The Netherlands, China and India. It is responsible for publishing over 1800 journal titles (24% of the global market), with new journal launches and society contract acquisitions ensuring annual growth.
The Publishing Director position will be part of the management team within the Health and Medical Sciences group. This role has a particular focus on developing the strategy around Content Development, Open Access publishing and new (information) product development related to their subject area. The Publishing Director has responsibility for non-subscription revenue, such as conferences and pharma solutions. Additionally, the PD ensures that their Publishing staff executes the strategy accordingly. They play an instrumental role in developing and maintaining a network of the relevant key decision makers within the relevant subject area.
Main Activities and Responsibilities
Leadership & People Management
Lead and develop an experienced and successful team based in multiple locations. Ability to work with a team and stakeholders often in a matrix set up. Identify and grow talent within the business identifying opportunities for developing and motivating employees.
Strategic choices, business plans and Responsibility Centers/budget.
Provide strategic direction to the business, creating content and other opportunities in an environment of changing access models and customer needs. Strong entrepreneurial approach with ability to translate the opportunities for growth into concrete new and existing journal products and revenues.
Network and relationship management & development.
Make an immediate impact and build and maintain a strong network both with, and beyond, current Elsevier editors, authors and societies; develop a strong connection/affiliation with scientific and medical community and associated stakeholders such as funding bodies. Can lead complex industry discussions with high level University/Research Industry stakeholders.
Content Development
Has overall responsibility for the journal product portfolio with emphasis on content growth and quality strategy. Managing content growth organically and by (title) acquisition as well as managing innovation of content formats and content extensions and channels
Portfolio development, Acquisition, Non-subscription revenue, contracts & Society liaison
Overseeing the overall portfolio management, including development of non-subscriptional commercial opportunities. Overseeing and where necessary guiding negotiation of editorial and title contracts.
Ad hoc projects
Participate in projects that are run in Elsevier that require STMJ representation.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experiences
• PhD / Academic degree
• 8 - 10 years relevant Science/Technical/Medical publishing experience
• Proven track record of full awareness, application and remaining up to date in the fields of Web 2.0, Social Media and content enhancement in that context.
• Experience in working in a complex, matrix international environment
• Proven track record of leadership skills as well as proven track record of translating mission and vision into strategy Strong managerial skills and the ability to supervise a team remotely and internationally.
• Willingness to travel at least 30% of time is a requirement.
Elsevier is a global information analytics business that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare and improve performance for the benefit of humanity. We help researchers make new discoveries, collaborate with their colleagues, and give them the knowledge they need to find funding. We help governments and universities evaluate and improve their research strategies. We help doctors save lives, providing insight for physicians to find the right clinical answers, and we support nurses and other healthcare professionals throughout their careers.
Elsevier provides digital solutions and tools in the areas of strategic research management, R&D performance, clinical decision support, and professional education; including ScienceDirect, Scopus, SciVal, ClinicalKey and Sherpath. Elsevier publishes over 2,500 digitized journals, including The Lancet and Cell, more than 35,000 e-book titles and many iconic reference works, including Gray’s Anatomy. Elsevier is part of RELX Group, a global provider of information and analytics for professionals and business customers across industries.
Elsevier employs over 7,000 people in more than 70 offices worldwide. We are an employer of choice, attracting and developing talented and creative people who thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package as well as a real opportunity for career growth in a growing organization. Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.