Editor-in-Chief (Physics, PhD)

Wiley

11d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Editor-in-Chief with a PhD in Physics to join our in-house editorial team, particularly for our growing Open Access flagship journal Advanced Physics Research. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic development and editorial direction of our leading Advanced family of journals. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and impact of published content, while working closely with authors, reviewers, and fellow editors.

Requirements

• A PhD in Physics, with an excellent research background and strong understanding of current trends and developments in the field.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a flexible and innovative approach to problem-solving and a focus on achieving outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively and achieve results through influence, relationship-building, and subject credibility.
• A self-motivated, diplomatic, and adaptable approach, with outstanding organisational and time-management skills and excellent command of English (written and verbal).
• A strong understanding of scientific publishing, including commissioning and the peer-review process.
• A keen interest in science communication and a strong desire to advocate for innovations in publishing and open research.
• Confidence in presenting and representing the journal portfolio at conferences and during institute visits, and willingness to travel.

Nice To Haves

• Prior publishing experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Leverage your network, subject expertise, and market awareness to drive content acquisition and submissions growth across the physics portfolio.
• Strategically develop one or more journals from both scientific and publishing perspectives within the broader physics journals portfolio.
• Establish and maintain a strong network of scientists who serve as authors, peer reviewers, and editorial board members.
• Represent Wiley and the physics portfolio at conferences and through in-person and virtual outreach at universities and research institutes.
• Contribute to editorial evaluation, peer review, and decision-making for manuscripts submitted to several journals.
• Collaborate with your manager and colleagues to establish a team culture built on trust, respect, and high performance.

Benefits

• We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility.
• Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees.
• We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
• We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees