Associate EditorEditor, Mathematics

About Springer Nature Group

Springer Nature is seeking to appoint a full-time Associate Editor / Editor based either in Pune or in New Delhi India. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a robust Mathematics books portfolio. They will acquire and publish content within the existing portfolio within a strategic framework determined by the candidate and their line manager. The ideal applicant will possess excellent communicationskills both oral and written since building and maintaining strong working relationships with authors series editors and other partners both external and internal is essential to this role. The position also requires the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to proactively work in a team and to have an affinity for the academic world.

NB Writing/editing content and proof-checking are not part of the job.

About the Brand

Springer is leading in scientific publishing and it is particularly renowned for its mathematics portfolio. Springer is now hiring for an Associate Editor /Editor role in the BOOKS division. This role offers the chance to work closely with authors and shape a portfolio of high-quality books with global reach and long-term impact.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the publication of scientific books as well as books series in the field of mathematics from the initial proposal through to publication. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills since building and maintaining strong working relationships with authors series editors and other partners both external and internal is essential to this role. The role also requires an affinity for the academic world and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to proactively work in team to travel and meet people.

Key Responsibilities

Identify potential authors and important topics by researching new and emerging trends in the market both national and international

Solicit evaluate acquire and develop book proposals including managing the external peer review process

Develop relationships with academics researchers authors order to maintain a network of subject-area experts peer reviewers and potential authors

In cooperation with editorial colleagues develop the existing book portfolio and relationships with series editors editorial board members authors etc.

Negotiate contract terms with authors

Assist authors with manuscript preparation as needed

Prepare final manuscripts for handover to production and remain a point of contact for authors throughout the production process

Meet annual goals set by editorial management for contracts signed and manuscripts put into production

Business travel (domestic/international) as required

Experience Skills and Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level in mathematics or another close STEM related field

Have excellent English language skills both verbal and written and be IT systems-literate with a sharp eye for detail

At least 3-4 years of experience in a publishing environment

Be able to work independently as well as smoothly cooperate in a team environment

Be able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and work independently in a team environment

Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries

Excellent networking skills

Availability to travel to universities and attend national/international conferences

Desirable

A graduate degree / PhD in mathematics

If applying as Editor: several years of experience as an associate editor or comparable positions including proven skills in program development involving market knowledge and strategic thinking

We offer

• An international scientific environment

• A supportive and collaborative team

• The possibility of working partly from home

• In-house regular trainings to develop your skills

• An innovative global environment where you work alongside inspiring colleagues

• The opportunity to make a positive impact and have your contribution recognized working on varied and purposeful projects

Springer Nature Skills associated with this Job Profile include:
SN-Communicates Effectively SN-Interpersonal Awareness SN-Collaboration SN-Decision Quality SN-Operational Excellence SN-Manuscript Assessment SN-Scientific & Academic Writing SN-Publishing Workflows & Systems SN-Critical Scientific Evaluation SN-Scientific Comprehension SN-Being Resilient

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