Executive Publisher

Executive Publisher – Health and Medical Sciences Do you enjoy building relationships that lead to successful partnerships? Are you interested in being part of a dynamic health and medical journals publishing team? About the Team The Science, Technology, and Medical Journals (STMJ) team at Elsevier is dedicated to making our journals a premier destination for authors. We collaborate with researchers to facilitate the publication of their impactful scientific discoveries, with a focus on rigorous peer review, ethics, and research integrity. In support of our portfolio of near 3000 hybrid and open access journals, you will actively contribute to advancing science and improving health outcomes. The Health and Medical Sciences (HMS) portfolio includes more than 1000 journals across various medical specialties. We support and collaborate with editors, authors, reviewers and researchers worldwide, and many high‑profile journals that are owned by medical societies and associations. About the Role In HMS Group 6 (HMS6), we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Executive Publisher to oversee a list of international proprietary and society journals and to drive expansion of our networks, partnerships, and market share in line with the STM Journals strategy and objectives. HMS6 manages journals in areas such as cardiology, nephrology, and pathology. The Executive Publisher has an ambassadorial role to work effectively with multiple stakeholders within the Elsevier organization, such as Operations, Global Sales, Corporate Markets, Commercial Sales, and Clinical Solutions. The role focuses on executing the strategy around content development, Open Access publishing, AI opportunities, and new information product development related to the assigned subject areas. The Executive Publisher works in collaboration with other team members and, in consultation with the Publishing Director, develops and executes the strategy for the given field(s), helps set goals, defines actions, and monitors progress. The Executive Publisher plays an instrumental role in developing and maintaining a network of relevant stakeholders and decision makers within the subject area, manages and develops an assigned portfolio of journals and related products and services at a highly complex level, demonstrates the ability to work independently, and serves as a lead example and mentor for Senior Publishers, Publishers, and Associate Publishers. The Executive Publisher also participates in STMJ projects. To excel in this position, you must understand the importance of maintaining a strong network with and beyond current Elsevier editors, authors, and societies. You should balance academic research knowledge with a keen interest in new developments and exhibit strong relationship‑management skills. Working across teams with STMJ Centers of Expertise as needed is also essential. Responsibilities Stay up to date with market developments to identify and map market needs and business opportunities. Combine market knowledge and data analysis to develop a portfolio strategy that delivers on STMJ targets and keeps the portfolio fully competitive; experience in data gathering, presentation, and interpretation is essential. Manage content growth organically and through title acquisition, and innovate content formats, extensions, and channels. Negotiate and manage contractual relationships with journal editors. Manage the editorial fees budget and provide input to pricing processes. Maintain close contact with editors and editorial boards within the portfolio, and engage with stakeholders across research communities, including research institutes, societies, and funding bodies. Participate in inter‑STMJ projects and contribute to Elsevier projects that require STMJ representation, such as pilots for new products, services or business models. Requirements Have a university degree. Have relevant STM publishing experience, including experience in open access and working with societies; a proven track record of realizing goals and making a difference to a program. Display excellent networking and communication skills in English. Be able to adapt to change, handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and work collaboratively or independently with colleagues and customers from different levels, locations, and cultures in a deadline‑oriented environment. Possess a data‑driven mindset and a keen interest in new online developments. Have financial and commercial awareness, strategic awareness, and an eye for business development. Be results‑oriented with a strong can‑do attitude. Be willing to travel. Benefits Health care plans and benefits. Modern family benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy. Life assurance and accident policies. Comprehensive pension and retirement plans. Access to learning and development resources. Annual incentive bonus. Primary Location Base Pay Range: New York, NY $114,300 – $190,500. U.S. National Base Pay Range: $95,300 – $158,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. We are an equal‑opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr RELX INC