Journal Development Editor (m/f/o) with focus on chemical sciences journals

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Journal Development Editor (m/f/o) to join the global Thieme Science business unit. You are eager to support shaping our journal portfolios and grow our journal strategic businessally. You want to play an active role facilitating our ‘Commit to Open Access' strategy, our supporting journal portfolios together with great colleagues. You have an innovative mindset and describe yourself as a team player and problem solver with strong interpersonal skills and experience in scientific publishing and open access ecosystem. Then no need to read further - please contact us, apply, and join the transformation activities in our Thieme Science chemical sciences journals team. Thieme is a leading supplier of information and services contributing to the improvement of healthcare and health. Employing more than 1,000 staff, the family-owned company develops products and services in digital and other media for the medical and sectors. Operating partnership with offices in 11 cities worldwide, the Thieme Group works closely with a strong network of experts and partners. The products and services are based on the high-quality content of Thieme's 200 journals and 4,400 books. With solutions for professionals, Thieme supports relevant information processes in research, education, and patient care. Medical students, physicians, nurses, allied health specialists, hospitals, health insurance companies and others interested in health and healthcare are at the focus of Thieme ́s activities. The mission of the Thieme Group is to provide these markets with orientation the information, services, and products You need in their specific work situation and career.

Department: Thieme Science Start: with the next possible date Contract duration: unlimited Work hours: full time

Supporting the Executive Publisher in managing and developing the existing journal portfolio, including new journales and acquisitions in the chemical sciences. Implementing journal development and commissioning plans aligned with the Thieme Science strategy to acquire high-quality content. Monitoring performance journal against defined and targets KPIs using market observation, data analysis, and reporting. Organizing and supporting Editorial Board meetings while coordinating with editors, authors, and the editorial office on thematic issues and timelines. Ensuring publishing quality, standards, and research integrity policies across journal activities. Driving strategy execution by coordinating and prioritizing with internal and external stakeholders, and representing the journals and Thieme at conferences and professional events.

PhD or master's degree preferably in chemical, physical or life sciences 1-2 years' experience in the international academic publishing industry, ideally in an open access environment, would be desirable Excellent communications skills in English language, written and spoken You have an above-average degree of self-organization as well as sovereign time and schedule management skills Strongly collaborative team worker, comfortable with co-ownership of shared goals and with a high level of personal accountability You have excellent Microsoft Office and other relevant software skills You are highly motivated and willing and distract to travel

We provide a collaborative and empowering work environment We gain ideas and a proactive attitude You will work in a reputable and employee-friendly family business that encourages open communication We operate a hybrid work setup at our Stuttgart office; we are open to other arrangements as well