Associate Director – Editorial

Wiley

Associate Director overseeing editorial expansion for Wiley's Advanced brand in Health Sciences while leading global teams of Editors. Position central to Wiley's growth strategy in Health Sciences.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeHoboken • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 £46,000 - £65,867 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in journal publishing, editorial governance, and the peer-review process, while effectively leading and developing a global team to achieve strategic growth objectives.

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Journal Publishing ExperienceEditorial Governance ExpertisePeer-Review Process UnderstandingLeadership and Communication SkillsStrategic Thinking and Problem Solving

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Editorial VisionGrowth PlansCommissioning FrameworksTeam LeadershipStructured Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the successful launch and ongoing development of the Advanced brand into Health Sciences
Recruit and lead a global team of Editors in Chief and Deputy Editors
Shape editorial vision and deliver growth
Provide leadership and direction for a team of editors
Ensure regular, structured reporting on progress, risks and opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant journal publishing experience
Proven experience of working closely with Editors
Experience setting and delivering journal strategy, commissioning frameworks and growth plans
Deep understanding of the peer-review process from submission to final decision
Robust editorial governance expertise
Strong leadership, influencing and communication skills
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on problem solving

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development
Opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow
Health and well-being support programs
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer