Commissioning Editor, Collections Management and Acquisitions

Commissioning Editor, CMALocation: New York or Jersey City (Hybrid Working Model)The Springer Nature Journals Group aims to support researchers in communicating and advancing discovery for a better world. We do this by providing a trusted environment in which researchers can quickly, easily and transparently share their discoveries, data and research stories.The Collections Management and Acquisition Team is a division within the Publishing Performance & Intelligence group providing expertise and dedicated resources to support the growth of commissioned content across the SN Journal portfolio.The Commissioning Editor is responsible for attracting high-quality content into key Springer Nature Open Access journals via the creation of Topical Collections. Increasing commissioned content is an essential part of our strategy to grow our Open Access portfolio and as such appropriate topic identification is critical. The Commissioning Editor will work with our Editorial Board Members and with our data scientists and analysts to ensure topic selection benefits from being data-driven. Similarly, identification of an appropriate Guest Editor is key to a Collection's success; the Commissioning Editor will reach out to high-level active researchers and encourage them to engage in Topical Collections in Springer Nature journals either as an editor or an author. This is a rare opportunity to join and help shape a new and growing team at a pivotal time.This is a full-time role offered in either the New York or Jersey City office. The location strategy supports the team structure and aligns with business needs.Role ResponsibilitiesLead commissioning strategies for key journals, applying Business Insights, Editorial Skills, and Decision Quality to drive portfolio growth.Define and implement best practices across the Collections lifecycle, leveraging Project Management and Publishing Workflows & Systems expertise.Identify and prioritize Collection topics using Market Intelligence, data-driven analysis, and a Global Perspective.Monitor topic-level market trends and share, translating insights into strategic commissioning opportunities through strong Business Insights.Conduct competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities and support informed Decision Quality.Build and leverage relationships across internal and external editorial communities, demonstrating Consulting Skills, the ability to Balance Stakeholders, and Communicate Effectively.Utilize data analysis tools and editorial expertise to ensure topic selection is evidence-based and aligned with journal objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex topic modeling and content acquisition challenges.Manage the Collections pipeline against ambitious publication targets using strong Project Management skills.Partner with editorial teams to align Collections strategies with journal development plans while effectively Balancing Stakeholders and maintaining journal ownership.Identify and engage Guest Editors and authors through effective communication, relationship-building, and Consulting Skills.Coordinate the training of Guest Editors, ensuring understanding of editorial standards and Publishing Workflows & Systems.Work with Marketing teams to enhance Collection promotion and community engagement, leveraging Market Intelligence and a Global Perspective.Support Managing Editors in overseeing peer review activities, applying Editorial Skills, effective stakeholder management, and knowledge of Publishing Workflows & Systems.Experience, Skills & QualificationsBachelor's Degree, preferably in a STEM discipline with a keen interest in Science3 – 4 years' experience in the publishing industry or science researchFamiliarity with the Research Process and the Scientific communityAn excellent understanding of the research publishing landscape and how journals and journal publishers serve the research community, particularly Open Access journalsDirect experience of managing a journal or journal portfolio is desirableStrong data analysis and reporting skills – ability to directly query data is desirablePractical awareness of the importance and key aspects of research ethicsExcellent presentational skillsExcellent communication skills – both written and verbalGood interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholdersA creative mindset and the ability to bring energy, ideas and new approachesA strategic and commercial mindset, with experience in developing and implementing plansAbility to adapt quickly to change, juggle a varied workload under pressure and work quickly and efficiently on own initiative as well as part of a teamSpringer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:Medical, Dental and Vision401(k) with company match and contributionHybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time offFlexible Spending and Commuter programsMultiple Life insurance optionsDisability coverageTuition AssistanceVoluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFamily-friendly benefits and a variety of employee discountsAn array of Employee Social NetworksUS Annualized Base Salary Range: $68,000 - $80,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity.