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Journal Development Manager - Frontiers For Young Minds

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland · Editorial Office · EOF

Description

We are seeking a data driven and target-oriented professional for the role of Journal Development Manager for Young Minds.

Frontiers for Young Minds’ disseminates the best science in « real time » among the youth of the world. We shortcut the years-long delay until today’s science reaches school textbooks. Top scientists rewrite their articles in a language understandable for a younger audience; school children review the paper; and their feedback is incorporated in the final publication. In short: we link scientific excellence with outreach.

Yet, ‘Frontiers for Young Minds’ is more than a journal: school children meet scientists in the presence of teachers and mentors in a classroom. In fact, all ‘Frontiers for Young Minds’ resources (website, articles) are being made available in several major global idioms. Join us in transforming societies by educating the next generation !

Under the guidance of a Program Manager and working closely with members across multiple Editorial Teams, the Journal Development Manager role requires the ability to inspire across all levels, be a trusted advisor for internal and external stakeholders and arrive at solution-oriented approaches to deliver scalable growth. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and ideally work experience within academic publishing, which will enable them to effectively engage with high-profile scholars and be an effective team manager and interface with other departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing 1 journal and deliver ambitious targets and objectives;


• Driving journal growth and development through Editor engagement, article collections and section launches, informed by competitor and market analysis;
  


• Building strong relationships with high-profile scholars and pro-actively manage the Editorial Boards;


• Representing the company to external stakeholders and promote the portfolio at international conferences;


• Managing and leading 1 Journal Development Specialist and supporting team members across multiple Editorial departments;


• Collaborating with internal departments to ensure efficiency and scalability of journal operations;


• Leading internal editorial projects and initiatives to bring further strategic value and growth opportunities for the company, such as the translation of Frontiers For Young Minds articles.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working in a scientific publishing house, and/or strong equivalent project management experience;


• A degree or higher in portfolio-related subject area is essential with a keen interest in dissemination of research;


• At least 1 year of management experience;


• Initiative taking, dynamic and focused personality;


• Flawless communication in written and spoken English;


• Aptitude for digesting large amounts of information, and reacting effectively to urgent situations;


• Ability to work independently, be highly organized and meet deadlines;


• Sound and mature judgment; decisive and tactful when working with multiple stakeholders;


• Technical proficiency, with hands-on skills using current software (particularly MS Excel);


• A working knowledge of common social networks and social media platforms.

Application Process

Your application should include:

• A cover letter and resume (as DOC or PDF)


• As part of your application, please prepare a strategic business plan for the journal for 2019 demonstrating how a Journal Manager will ensure they deliver their growth KPIs.


• The indication of your earliest availability


• Application deadline:June 26, 2019

Benefits

• 25 days' vacation per year;


• Participation into Frontiers annual bonus scheme;


• Plenty of social & fun benefits, including Christmas party, summer barbecue.