Associate Publisher, Open Access Journals

Job Title: Associate Publisher, Open Access Journals Locations: London or New York – Hybrid Working Model Application Deadline: 20th October 2026.

About Springer Nature

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are pioneers in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.

About the Brand BMC

BMC has more than 25 years of experience in developing open access and provides high-quality, impactful research and a supportive publishing experience for authors. We are committed to publishing the best open access journals in our portfolio of over 250 titles and we strive to drive progress in biology, health sciences and medicine. Visit biomedcentral.com and follow @BioMedCentral

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Publisher to manage a portfolio of open access journals in our division that includes both society and proprietary public health journals. Reporting to an Executive Publisher, you will be responsible for the management, strategic development, and success of the individual journals, liaising with internal staff, external journal Editors, and the scientific community. This is a hybrid role based in our London or New York offices. This location supports effective collaboration with the team and aligns business needs.

Role Responsibilities

• Drive results through portfolio development and management and demonstrate accountability.
• Drive the growth and development of a group of open access journals, successfully devising and implementing annual development plans and explore opportunities for business development.
• Manage the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times.
• Deliver best-in-class author experience and foster maximum engagement from Editors-in-Chief (EiCs), Editorial Board Members (EBMs), and Societies.
• Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment, effectively managing changing priorities, navigating ambiguity, responding positively to challenges, and adjusting approaches to meet evolving business needs and objectives.
• Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct, policies).
• Data analytics / quantitative skills and decision quality.
• Gather, evaluate, and synthesise information from diverse sources to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
• Manage contract negotiations with external parties by using/developing a working knowledge of financial profit & loss statements and forecasting.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues, researchers, and external Editors, attend meetings where needed and balance stakeholders.
• Market intelligence.
• Keep up to date with changes within the research community and publishing industry.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Essential Educated to Bachelor's degree level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field of study (life, biomedical or health sciences).
• A resourceful and proactive approach in dealing with problems and queries, and the ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written).
• Persuasion and influencing skills including the ability to demonstrate diplomacy and assertiveness as appropriate.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels and as part of a team.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and independently.
• Strong time management and organisational skills; including proven ability to take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with academic and industry based researchers.
• Strong technical skills, with a sharp attention for detail.
• Willingness to travel for the role occasionally.
• Desirable Previous experience in Journal or Book academic publishing is desirable.

In return, we offer a competitive salary range and great employee benefits.

US Annualized Base Salary Range: $66,300- $75,000.

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following poster.

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We are an ambitious and dynamic organisation, and home to some of the best-known names in research, educational and professional publishing. Working at the heart of a changing industry, we are always looking for great people who care about delivering quality to our customers and the communities we work alongside. In return, you will find that we open the doors to discovery for all our employees – offering opportunities to learn from some of the best in the business, with a culture that encourages curiosity and empowers people to find solutions and act on their instincts. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or are an experienced professional, we invite you to find out more about the roles we offer and explore our current vacancies. We are a global and progressive business, founded on a heritage of trusted and respected brands – including Springer, founded in 1842, Macmillan, founded in 1843 and Nature, first published in 1869. Nearly two centuries of progress and advancement in science and education have helped shape the business we are today. Research and learning continues to be the cornerstone of progress, and we will continue to open doors to discovery through trusted brands and innovative products and services. Springer Nature Group was created in May 2015 through the combination of Nature Publishing Group, Macmillan Education and Springer Science+Business Media.

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