JoVE is the world- leading producer and provider of video solutions with the mission to improve scientific research and education. Millions of scientists, educators and students use JoVE for their research, teaching and learning. Our institutional clients comprise over 1,000 universities, colleges, and biopharma companies, including such leaders as Harvard, MIT, Yale, and Stanford. As a rapidly growing company, with offices in the USA, UK, Australia, and India servicing clients in over 60 countries, we are seeking talented and ambitious individuals to join our company.
The Role
We are seeking a Journal Development Manager to build and expand our Editorial Operations. This role is central to driving the growth of JoVE’s publishing activities, with a primary focus on increasing the volume of article submissions and expanding the visibility and citations of published articles.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute strategies to grow the number of article submissions, ensuring a strong pipeline of high-quality research content.
* Drive initiatives to increase the citation impact of published articles, working closely with marketing, and editorial teams.
* Build and manage scalable editorial workflows, processes, and best practices to support growth.
* Identify and recruit key stakeholders in the research and academic community (authors, reviewers, editors).
* Monitor and analyze editorial metrics (submission rates, acceptance rates, turnaround times, citation impact) and implement data-driven improvements.
* Mentor and guide editorial staff, fostering a performance-driven culture focused on growth and quality.
Requirements:
* A Bachelor’s degree.
* 5+ years of editorial leadership experience at reputable publishers is strongly preferred.
* A proven track record in academic publishing or scholarly communication, with direct experience in growing article submissions and citations.
* Deep understanding of the publishing landscape, including open access, peer review processes, author acquisition, and citation practices.
* Strong analytical and strategic skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions.
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
* Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance editorial quality and organizational growth goals.
What we offer:
* When working with JoVE, you can expect a salary and benefits package competitively placed within the local market.
* You will make a direct impact in accelerating science research and in improving student learning in science education.
* Opportunity to work in an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration.
* Our strong promotion from within culture draws a clear path to advance your career with us.