Associate Scientific Engagement Manager, China (Role is for individuals authorized to work in China)

American Society for Microbiology • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Associate Scientific Engagement Manager will support and expand AMS’s scientific publishing and community engagement activities in China. This role will play a critical role in strengthening relationships with researchers, editors and research institutions in China. The role is approximately 50% community engagement–focused and 50% event support, with a strong emphasis on academic events, digital engagement, and long-term relationship building.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or above in a scientific discipline, preferably in Life Sciences
• 5 years or more of experience in the academic publishing industry or a related field
• Strong interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging researchers at different career stages
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management abilities, with attention to detail
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a global, matrixed organization
• Willingness to undertake domestic travel as required

Responsibilities

• Act as a local liaison for researchers, editors, and reviewers in China, gathering insights and sharing feedback with internal journals and editorial stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global editorial teams to identify and commission content from highly cited and influential authors in China.
• Stay informed on local industry trends, publishing land scape, and competitor developments in China.
• Monitor content growth and performance of ASM journals in China and provide regular internal updates and insights.
• Organize outreach activities, including site visits, attending conferences and identify partnership and collaborative opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key external stakeholders in China, including (but not limited to) research institutes, and policymakers, through in-person meetings and jointly developed projects.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate offline symposia, webinars, and workshops, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with objectives.
• Propose and develop content ideas for ASM’s social media in China (mainly WeChat) and facilitate communication between local vendors and the global marketing team to support content creation and promotion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees