Associate Editor / Editor, Astronomy (Books)

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. They are looking to hire a dynamic Acquisitions Editorial colleague to build their Astronomy book list, responsible for the growth of the astronomy, astrophysics, and space science book portfolio through acquisition and development of existing assets.

Responsibilities

• Pursues an active and efficient acquisitions policy through correspondence, required meetings/trips, telephone, consultations with advisors, etc
• Solicits, assesses, and develops book proposals
• Approximately 25-30% travel, as well as strong initiative and independent functioning
• Attends key astronomy and space science conferences and visits scientists at their institutes for the purpose of book acquisition. This also includes planning, setting up, and staffing exhibits of relevant publications
• Prepares, negotiates, and executes publishing contracts
• Maintains and develops a circle of external reviewers and advisors and evaluates their judgments
• Manages and develops a selection of astronomy and related book series
• Supervises final editorial preparation of book manuscripts for production
• Discusses, assumes, and proposes financial and budgetary plans for the program
• Develops guidelines, plans, reporting systems, etc., for publishing plans and projects
• Assesses trends and funding in Astronomy and Space Sciences; evaluates strategies, strengths, and weaknesses of competitors
• Prepares long-term planning documents and strategic goals as requested
• Maintains communication with US, European, and Asian editorial counterparts about specific immediate questions as well as long-term strategy questions
• Reviews and discusses new projects and plans with editorial colleagues, particularly in overlapping areas

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field required; preference for degrees in the natural sciences (astronomy, space sciences, physics); advanced degree (MSc or PhD) ideal
• Experience as an acquisitions editor or related editorial/publishing experience is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required
• Must be willing and able to travel

Benefits

• 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

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