Commissioning Editor, Collections Management and Acquisitions

Springer Nature

Commissioning Editor growing Springer Nature’s open-access journal portfolio through topical collections. Using data-driven topic selection, editorial partnerships, and guest-editor engagement to expand commissioned content.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading commissioning strategies and managing journal portfolios, with strong data analysis skills to inform topic selection and market trends. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage effectively with editorial communities.

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Data AnalysisJournal ManagementResearch Publishing LandscapeInterpersonal CommunicationStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Data Analysis SkillsMarket IntelligenceCompetitor AnalysisEditorial StandardsPublishing WorkflowsResearch Process FamiliarityOpen Access Journals KnowledgeTopic ModelingCollections Lifecycle ManagementPeer Review Oversight

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationGood Interpersonal SkillsCreative MindsetAbility to Adapt Quickly

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in STEM Discipline

Industry Keywords

Publishing IndustryScientific CommunityResearch EthicsEditorial CommunitiesGuest Editor Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead commissioning strategies for key journals to drive portfolio growth.
Define and implement best practices across the Collections lifecycle.
Identify and prioritize Collection topics using market intelligence and data-driven analysis.
Monitor topic-level market trends and conduct competitor analysis.
Build relationships across internal and external editorial communities.
Use data analysis tools and editorial expertise to align topic selection with journal objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on topic modeling and content acquisition challenges.
Manage the Collections pipeline against publication targets.
Partner with editorial teams to align Collections strategies with journal development plans.
Identify and engage Guest Editors and authors.
Coordinate Guest Editor training on editorial standards and publishing workflows.
Work with Marketing teams on Collection promotion and community engagement.
Support Managing Editors in overseeing peer review activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a STEM discipline with a keen interest in Science
3–4 years’ experience in the publishing industry or science research
Familiarity with the Research Process and the Scientific community
Excellent understanding of the research publishing landscape and how journals and journal publishers serve the research community, particularly Open Access journals
Direct experience of managing a journal or journal portfolio is desirable
Strong data analysis and reporting skills; ability to directly query data is desirable
Practical awareness of research ethics and its key aspects
Excellent presentational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
Creative mindset and ability to bring energy, ideas and new approaches
Strategic and commercial mindset, with experience developing and implementing plans
Ability to adapt quickly to change, juggle a varied workload under pressure, and work efficiently independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy
Summer Hours
Paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family-friendly benefits
Employee discounts
Employee Social Networks
Opportunities to learn from some of the best in the business
Culture that encourages curiosity and empowers people to find solutions and act on their instincts
Disability, neurodivergence and chronic condition accommodations