Associate/Senior Editor, BMC Health Services Research and BMC series Medical Journal

Springer Nature•New York, NY

9d•$80,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate/Senior Editor contributes to the success of the BMC Series by supporting editorial handling and driving content development for BMC Health Services Research and a BMC series medical journal. The role involves working across a broad range of topics and collaborating with external Editorial Boards and internal teams that provide journal editorial-office support. It is a hybrid position based in New York, NY, or Philadelphia, PA, to support team collaboration and business needs.

Requirements

PhD or MD (or equivalent) in health services research, public health, or a biomedical research discipline.
Ability to critically evaluate scientific content and assess manuscripts for scientific rigor, novelty, relevance, and impact.
Strong decision-making skills, including the ability to make balanced, objective, and evidence-based editorial decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness.
Collaborative mindset and experience working effectively across teams and functions.
Excellent organizational, prioritization, and project-management skills, with a focus on operational excellence.
Resilience and ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and adapt to changing business needs.
Ability to balance short-term deadlines with long-term strategic goals.

Nice To Haves

Substantial prior editorial experience in scientific publishing is required for consideration at the Senior Editor level.

Responsibilities

Develop data-driven journal development strategies for BMC Health Services Research and a BMC series medical journal, supporting journal-specific and broader BMC objectives.
Collaborate with Journals Group colleagues on subject-specific publishing strategies and initiatives.
Identify, commission, and develop reviews, collections, and supplements, building partnerships with the scientific community.
Oversee manuscript editorial handling and assess scientific rigor, novelty, relevance, and impact.
Make editorial decisions and guide Editorial Board Members while maintaining high editorial standards.
Investigate and resolve publishing and research-integrity cases.
Work with internal teams to resolve editorial issues efficiently and maintain author satisfaction.
Contribute to editorial policy development using critical judgment and evidence-based thinking.
Build and maintain productive relationships with Editorial Board Members, reviewers, and authors.
Lead discussions with Senior Board Members about journal strategy, board recruitment, policy updates, and content development.
Support Editorial Board Member recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement.
Organize and lead Editorial Board meetings and strategic discussions.
Ensure Editorial Board Members understand and follow journal policies, editorial standards, and best practices.
Partner with marketing teams to increase journal visibility and community engagement through content promotion and outreach.
Develop website content, blogs, and social media initiatives to enhance journal visibility and showcase BMC values.
Represent the journals at conferences and networking events.
Support a positive, high-performing editorial culture by sharing expertise, supporting colleagues, and demonstrating resilience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy
Summer Hours
Paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition assistance
Voluntary identity theft protection, pet insurance, and legal assistance insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family-friendly benefits
Employee discounts
Employee Social Networks