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Data-driven signals on your job's competitivenessTier-1 publisher and metro location create moderate competition despite niche publishing specialization.
Strong journal-publishing and research-community expertise required, limiting cross-industry transferability.
Requires domain-specific publishing/editorial experience and stakeholder management, though no explicit years mentioned.
Job Description
Structured overview of role & requirementsAbout This Role
Own and drive growth, editorial development, and management of a portfolio of Humanities and Social Sciences journals aimed at market leadership within selected disciplines and regions.
Manage annual targets and KPIs related to journal submissions, publications, transfers, and turnaround times, ensuring consistent performance and operational efficiency.
Build and maintain strong relationships with editors, editorial boards, research communities, and internal departments to resolve issues and develop journal strategies and new publishing opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
Experience Required: Ownership or management experience in editorial roles within academic journal publishing, specifically Humanities and Social Sciences journals (implied but not quantified).
Strong familiarity with key publishing processes including peer-review management and editorial decision-making.
Location: New Delhi (explicit).
Work Experience Required: Not explicitly mentioned in the JD.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experienced in managing and developing academic journal portfolios with strategic oversight and measurable impact on growth and engagement.
Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including working closely with Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, and external research communities.
Capability to operate cross-functionally, influence editorial and business decisions, and address research integrity/publication misconduct issues effectively.