Chief Editor Peer J

Chief Editor Peer J Philadelphia, PA 2 DAYS AGO 22646413 Summary Philadelphia, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience Any degree above a Master's - e.g. Ph.D., Ed.

D., J.D. No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Company Description Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge, and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the

FTSE 100.

Taylor & Francis is one of the world's largest publishers of high-quality, peer reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books and reference works. We empower learners, thinkers and doers with trusted knowledge that advances research and enriches lives. We bring together diverse people, ideas and opinions to validate and publish the experts, theories and truths that matter. And we've been doing this in an unbroken arc since 1798. Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge. We strongly believe that this requires us to encourage and examine different ideas and voices, so that any work that meets our exacting levels of quality deserves to be included in our publications. This requires open minds, the opportunity for robust debate, and the courage to defend perspectives that stand up to scrutiny, even if they conflict with our personal beliefs or values. Because that's the only way to find the best obtainable version of the truth and, ultimately, foster human progress. If you agree, then we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer in return:

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business, working alongside an exceptional group of people. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about. Job Description The Chief Editoris responsible fordriving the success and growth ofPeerJby focusing on external engagement and strategic initiatives that elevate the journal's reputation and impact within the scientific community. This role emphasizes building strong relationships with external stakeholders,representingPeerJat key events, and fostering collaborations that align with the journal's mission and audience expectations. The Chief Editor will also oversee editorial operations, ensure scientific integrity, and shape publication policies to reflect emerging trends and community needs.

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Leadership Define and implementPeerJ'sstrategic editorial vision in collaboration with the publishing team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and the needs of the scientific community. Maintain strong connectionsto externalstakeholders, includingthejournal'sEditorial Board, key funding bodies, andauthorcommunities, to ensure the journal meets the needs of itsconstituencies. Develop innovative strategies to enhancePeerJ'svisibility, reputation, and impact globally. Establish editorial priorities and content strategies that reflect emerging research trends and disciplinary developments. Monitor significant trends in research areas withinPeerJ'sscope andexecute plans to ensure the journal is at the forefront ofscientific discovery. Gathereditorial intelligence viaattendingconferences,conductingfocus groups,holdingindividual meetings with Editorial Board members,etc., toensure a complete and current understanding ofresearcher priorities and pain points. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the future direction ofPeerJ'sopen accesspublishing model. Lead and mentor a team of editors and senior editors, ensuring alignment with external engagement goals. Editorial Excellence Oversee the scientific quality and editorial integrity of all published content. Build andmaintainstrong relationships with Editors, Editorial Board members, and reviewers, including organizing in-person meetings and editorial board events to foster engagement. Manage recruitment and training of new Editorial Board Members (EBMs) to ensure subject matterexpertise. Implement rigorous peer review processes that uphold the highest standards of scientific validity and reproducibility. Resolve pre- and post-publication issues raised by staff, EBMs, and readers, including direct communication with authors and external stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement of editorial workflows and decision-making processes. Ensure adherence to publication ethics and best practices in scientific publishing. Community Engagement RepresentPeerJat high-profile scientific conferences, meetings, and industry events to promote the journal and its mission. Build and nurture relationships with key opinion leaders, research institutions, and funding organizations to expandPeerJ'sreach. Actively engage with the scientific community to understand evolving needs and incorporate feedback into editorial policies. Develop strategic partnerships with scientific societies, research organizations, and other external entities to enhancePeerJ'svisibility and impact. Serve as the public face ofPeerJ, advocating for itsopen accesspublishing model and fostering trust within the scientific community. Operational Management Assistin the daily management of the journal workflow, ensuring rapid and constructive peer-review and publication decisions, acting as handling editor on manuscripts asrequired. Monitor key performance indicators related to submissions, acceptance rates, time-to-decision, and citation metrics, with a focus on external impact. Support the implementation of innovative technologies and tools to improve editorial efficiency and manuscript handling. Team Development Recruit, mentor, andretaina diverse and high-performing editorial team that prioritizes external engagement. Work with internal colleagues to expandPeerJ'sEditorial Board, ensuring comprehensive subject matter expertise and external representation. Provide leadership and guidance toPeerJ'sexternal Editors and Editorial Board members, fostering collaboration and innovation. Create a culture of editorial excellence that encourages external partnerships and community-driven initiatives. Qualifications Knowledge and Experience PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant scientific disciplinepreferred Significantexperiencein scientific publishing, with akey number of yearsin senior editorial roles Demonstratedtrack recordof editorial leadership and strategic vision Extensive knowledge ofopen accesspublishing models and trends in scientific communication Strong understanding of publication ethics and industry best practices Key Competencies Strategic vision and ability to translate vision into actionable editorial strategies Excellent scientific judgment and broad understanding of interdisciplinary research Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders in the scientific community Excellent English comprehension and communication skills (written and verbal) Exceptional analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities Demonstrated commitment to open science principles and practices Impeccable scientific and professional integrity Forward-thinking mindset with openness to innovation Commercial acumen and a drive for results Collaborative approach to leadership and problem-solving Passion for advancing scientific communication andopen accesspublishing Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific publishing Strategic vision and ability to translate vision into actionable editorial strategies Excellent scientific judgment and broad understanding of interdisciplinary research Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders in the scientific community Excellent English comprehension and communication skills (written and verbal) Exceptional analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities Demonstrated commitment to open science principles and practices Impeccable scientific and professional integrity Forward-thinking mindset with openness to innovation Commercial acumen and a drive for results Collaborative approach to leadership and problem-solving Passion for advancing scientific communication andopen accesspublishing Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific publishing Additional ... 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