Assistant Managing Editor

Sage Publications

Research

Gurugram, India

Assistant Managing Editor

If you’re passionate about making a difference, value flexibility and autonomy, and are looking for a supportive and inclusive environment, consider making Sage your next career move.

Job Purpose

To proactively develop journals to deliver growth in terms of published content. To build relationships with authors and editors such that journals meet or exceed their published content targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Peer review Management up to and including recommendations
• Journal Development and marketing
• Supporting a more senior ME or an existing Publishing Editor
• EiC/board management
• Supporting a more senior ME or an existing Publishing Editor
• Scope of influence
• Mainly limited to journals of responsibility
• Ethical cases: to advise on journals of direct responsibility
• Input on wider strategic decisions but no responsibility

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate in engineering or physical sciences (MSc, or BSc with appropriate peer-review experience)
• Experience in journals publishing
• Good commercial awareness
• High level communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic awareness, including a detailed understanding of industry trends and best practice
• Excellent prioritization skills and a high level of adaptability
• Proficient in standard IT packages, including Microsoft Office

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong.

Department

Research

Role

Assistant Editor

Locations

Gurugram, India

Remote Status

Hybrid

Employment Type

Full-time

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