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Salary Range
38,600 GBP to 55,267 GBP
Overview
Job Description
Editor in Chief
Location: Oxford, GBR
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About The Role
Wiley’s prestigious health sciences portfolio is looking for a dynamic and ambitious individual to join the team in the role of Editor in Chief, Nursing. You will use your background in scientific research, your knowledge of the publishing landscape, and your strong communication and networking skills to drive the strategic development of one or more journals, raising the profile and visibility of those journal(s) in the community, and attracting new authors and content. The Editor in Chief will also be involved in the peer review process and decision-making of submitted manuscripts and ensures adoption of best practices and highest ethical standards in publishing.
Responsibilities
* Leverage your network, knowledge of the subject area and its development, and desk research skills to drive content acquisition and submissions growth across the health sciences portfolio.
* Strategically develop one or more journals, from scientific and publishing perspectives within the context of the broader health sciences journals portfolio.
* Establish and maintain a strong network of scientists who are the journals’ authors, peer reviewers and board members.
* Represent Wiley and the health sciences portfolio at conferences and through in-person and virtual outreach activities at universities and research institutes.
* Contribute to the editorial evaluation, peer review, and decision making for manuscripts submitted to several journals.
* Collaborate with your manager and colleagues to establish a team culture of trust, respect and high performance.
What We Are Looking For
* A PhD degree in nursing or related area, with an excellent research background and a strong understanding of recent trends and developments.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a flexible and innovative approach to problems and a focus on defining and achieving outcomes.
* Ability to work in a collaborative setting and achieve results through personal influence and engagement.
* A self-motivated, diplomatic, and flexible approach with outstanding organizational and time management skills and an excellent command of the English language (both written and verbal).
* A strong understanding of scientific publishing, including commissioning and the peer-review process. Prior experience in the publishing industry is highly desired.
* A keen interest in science communication and strong desire to advocate for innovations in publishing and open research.
* Confidence to present and represent the journal portfolio at conferences and through institute visits, nurture existing contacts and develop new networks, including the willingness to travel.
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 worlds most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform todays biggest obstacles into tomorrows 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.
Equal Opportunity
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 individuals 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 tasupport@wiley.com 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 programming 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 Wileys 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.
Job Details
* Seniority level
o Mid-Senior level
* Employment type
o Full-time
* Job function
o Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
* Industries
o Book and Periodical Publishing
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