Job Description
Deputy Editor, Advanced Science (Life & Health)
Location:
London (Fitzroy Square), GBR
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About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Deputy Editor to join our
Advanced Science team, focusing on the growth and development of Wiley's Advanced brand within related subject areas in Life and Health Sciences disciplines. The ideal candidate will serve as a dedicated brand ambassador with an extensive global network, driving strategic initiatives by building bridges between groundbreaking research communities and making influence on how interdisciplinary science is published and shared worldwide.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced brand within Neuroscience (Brain Sciences) globally.
- Commission high-quality papers and build collaborative relationships with leading researchers to enhance content quality and brand influence.
- Collaborate with the global editorial team to manage manuscripts submitted from related subject areas for Advanced Science.
- Launch and oversee management of new Advanced spin-off titles in relevant subject areas as the brand expands.
- Manage titles within a team of in-house editors, subject-level cluster strategy
- Collaborate closely with marketing teams to devise and implement brand-enhancing events and initiatives for both short-term and long-term success.
- Lead generation and ideas for subject-related products passed on to appropriate colleagues
What We Look For
- PhD in Neuroscience-related subject areas. Post-doctoral experience would be preferred.
- Manuscript handling experience (prescreening, peer review, final decision, appeals and integrity cases).
- Subject-Matter Expertise (academic).
- Strong global network within research communities and proven track record of engaging with top-tier research talents.
- Displays high integrity and honesty.
- Mindset with ability to identify opportunities and convert strategic visions into actionable plans.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Love to travel (internationally).
About Wiley
Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning, our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the world's most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities.
With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers' steps into strides, illuminating their path forward to personal, educational, and professional success at every stage. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces, and shape minds.
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact
[email protected] for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.
When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.
Salary Range
43,000 GBP to 61,533 GBP
