Associate or Senior Editor BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation and BMC Rheumatology,

Springer Nature•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role contributes to the success of the BMC Series by supporting editorial handling of content in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation and BMC Rheumatology, and by driving the content development of these journals. It is a dynamic and varied position offering exposure to a broad range of topics and contributing to the overall success of BMC. Effective communication is crucial for building productive relationships with the external Editorial Board, who manage the peer review process, and with internal teams providing journal editorial office support.

Requirements

Educated to PhD or MD level (or equivalent) in a relevant field such a rehabilitation, sports science or rheumatology
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach
Ability to critically assess manuscripts across a range of topics for novelty, scientific content, and their implications
Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals
Previous solid editorial experience in scientific publishing is needed to be considered for the Senior Editor level

Responsibilities

Develop a journal development strategy for BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation and BMC Rheumatology, taking into account individual journal performance and development needs, as well as the overall strategy of the BMC series.
Work with colleagues across the Journals group to support subject-specific strategy development at Springer Nature.
Identify and commission reviews, collections and supplements, and work with the scientific community to drive these forward.
Oversee the handling of the content published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation and BMC Rheumatology, primarily by advising on content handled by editorial board members, but also by handling individual submissions yourself where required.
Investigate and resolve publishing or research ethics cases, both pre- and post-publication, with the guidance of Springer Nature Research Integrity Group when needed.
Engage effectively with other teams to support the resolution of editorial issues and to prioritize author service while maintaining editorial standards.
Advise on editorial policy development as appropriate.
Build strong communication and relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors.
Conduct calls with Senior Board Members to discuss journal policy, editorial board recruitment, and content-related matters.
Contribute to the recruitment and training of new editorial board members.
Support editorial board engagement initiatives across the journals.
Organize and lead Senior Board and Editorial Board Meetings, both in-person and online.
Ensure that all Editorial Board Members are fully informed of the journal’s ethos and editorial policies and have the necessary training to perform their roles effectively.
Contribute to the efforts of the marketing team, providing input into marketing plans and activities.
Develop journal website content and features that are of interest to the community and raise the profile of the journal website in the online environment.
Attend conferences to promote the journal and develop a network of contacts within relevant fields.
Increase journal visibility by writing blogs and participating in social media activities to promote journal content and BMC values.
Contribute to the culture of the BMC editorial team by supporting your colleagues, covering for them when needed and sharing expertise and experience.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks