Acquisitions Editor – Physics Books

Job Title: Acquisitions Editor – Physics Books

Location: Delhi (Preferred) and Pune

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Purpose of the Role:

Springer Nature is looking to hire a dynamic, proactive Acquisitions Editorial colleague to build our Physics portfolio. We are looking to hire in one of our India offices. We are open to hiring either an Associate Editor or an Editor, depending on experience level. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to build a network in the field and source authors to publish with the esteemed Springer Nature brand. 

Responsibilities:

The Editor is responsible for the growth of part of the company’s Physics and Applied Physics portfolio via acquisition as well as development of existing assets consistent with the company's reputation as a leading academic publisher. The role involves author and editor contact, management of book series, book proposal review, contract negotiation, preparation of book manuscripts for production, promotional planning and monitoring of sales, budget and financial planning, long-range planning for growth and development of the program. Specific responsibilities include: 

A. Editorial Acquisition

• Pursues an active and efficient acquisitions policy through correspondence, required meetings / trips, telephone, consultations with advisors, etc.

• Approximately 25-30% travel as well as strong initiative and independent functioning.

• Attends key  conferences in the areas and visit scientists/researchers at their institutes for the purpose of acquisition. This also includes planning, setting up and staffing exhibits of relevant publications.

• Prepares and executes publishing contracts.

• Maintains and develops a circle of reviewers and advisors and evaluates their judgments. 

B. Project Development and Management

• Manages and develops a selection of book series in the field.

• Supervises final editorial preparation of book manuscripts for production.

• Discusses, assumes, and proposes financial and budgetary plans for the program.

• Develops guidelines, plans, reporting systems, etc., for publishing plans and projects.

• Performs related duties as required. 

C. Strategic Planning

• Assesses trends and funding in Physics and Applied Physics, evaluates strategies, strengths, and weaknesses of competitors.

• Prepares long-term planning documents and strategic goals as requested.

• Maintains communication with US, European, and Asian editorial counterparts about specific immediate questions as well as long-term strategy questions.

• Reviews and discusses new projects and plans with editorial colleagues, particularly in overlapping areas. 

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• PhD in a STEM field required; preference for degrees in the natural sciences (Physics, Chemistry).

• Experience as an acquisitions editor or related editorial/publishing experience highly desirable.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.

• Must be willing and able to travel.

Eligibility

In accordance with our internal career movement guidance, 12 months in current role is a requirement before applying to a new role

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