Associate Editor / Editor, Astronomy (Books)

About the role

Springer Nature is looking to hire a dynamic, progressive Acquisitions Editorial colleague to build our Astronomy book list. We are open to hiring either an Associate Acquisitions Editor or an Acquisitions Editor, depending on experience level, who will be based in our New York City office. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to build a network in the Astronomy field and source authors to publish with the esteemed Springer Nature brand.

Responsibilities

• Pursues an active and efficient acquisitions policy through correspondence, required meetings/trips, telephone, consultations with advisors, etc.
• Solicits, assesses, and develops book proposals
• Approximately 25-30% travel, as well as strong initiative and independent functioning.
• Attends key astronomy and space science conferences and visits scientists at their institutes for the purpose of book acquisition. This also includes planning, setting up, and staffing exhibits of relevant publications.
• Prepares, negotiates, and executes publishing contracts.
• Maintains and develops a circle of external reviewers and advisors and evaluates their judgments.
• Manages and develops a selection of astronomy and related book series.
• Supervises final editorial preparation of book manuscripts for production.
• Discusses, assumes, and proposes financial and budgetary plans for the program.
• Develops guidelines, plans, reporting systems, etc., for publishing plans and projects.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field required; preference for degrees in the natural sciences (astronomy, space sciences, physics); advanced degree (MSc or PhD) ideal.
• Experience as an acquisitions editor or related editorial/publishing experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.
• Must be willing and able to travel.

Benefits

Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
• Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
• Multiple Life insurance options
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Assistance
• Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family-friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
• An array of Employee Social Networks

Pay

US Annualized Base Salary Range:

• Associate Editor - $66,300 - $75,000
• Editor - $80,000 - $90,000.

The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity.

Schedule

Hybrid working model