Senior Executive Publisher (Academic Publishing)

TL;DR

Senior Executive Publisher (Academic Publishing): Driving growth and innovation for open access publishing platforms PeerJ and F1000 with an accent on strategic leadership and business model optimization. Focus on scaling portfolios, managing P&L, and fostering relationships within the scientific research community.

Location: Must be based in or within commutable distance of Philadelphia, PA, USA (minimum 3 days per week in-person).

Salary: Base salary of c.$120,000 + annual bonus

Company

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, listed on the London Stock Exchange and a member of the FTSE 100.

What you will do

• Establish overall strategic objectives and growth targets for PeerJ and F1000 portfolios.
• Drive innovation in open access publishing models to expand market reach and impact.
• Lead and develop a team of editorial staff, ensuring clear objectives and talent retention.
• Monitor emerging trends in open research and competitor activity to inform product development.
• Foster strategic partnerships with research institutions, funders, and societies.
• Manage P&L responsibilities and oversee operational protocols and partnership agreements.

Requirements

• Strong experience in academic publishing with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of the open access publishing landscape and innovative publishing models.
• Proven track record in developing strategic plans that drive revenue and market expansion.
• Demonstrated financial acumen with experience managing budgets or P&L.
• Must have the right to work and live in the United States.
• Must reside within commutable distance of the Philadelphia office.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of open peer review, open data, and transparent publishing practices.
• Established network within the scientific research community.
• Understanding of emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning in scholarly publishing.
• Experience managing international, distributed teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Balanced working model with a flexible working culture.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off: 15 days annual leave, 10 days sick leave, and a birthday holiday.
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave and 4 paid volunteer days per year.
• Continuous training and development opportunities.