Editor in Chief - Medicine

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Editor-in-Chief/Deputy Editor to join Wiley's Advanced team, serving as Editor-in-Chief of an Advanced cross-disciplinary title in medicine. The Editor-in-Chief would also serve as Deputy Editor for other Advanced titles, within their own areas of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced Portfolio within medicine globally.
• Commission high-quality papers and build collaborative relationships with leading researchers through community engagement to enhance content quality and brand influence.
• Take ownership of the peer review process, and decision manuscripts, to ensure the highest possible editorial standards.
• Collaborate with the global editorial team to manage manuscripts submitted from related Advanced titles.
• Launch and oversee management of new Advanced spin-off titles in relevant subject areas as the brand expands.
• Manage titles within a team of in-house editors and involvement in medical cluster strategies.
• Collaborate closely with marketing teams to devise and implement brand-enhancing events and initiatives for both short-term and long-term success.
• Lead generation and ideas for subject-related products passed on to appropriate colleagues.

Requirements

• PhD in any medical specialty. Post-doctoral and clinical experience would be preferred.
• Demonstrated commissioning experience including identifying priority topics, approaching prospective authors, agreeing outlines/timelines, and guiding authors through to submission.
• Manuscript handling experience (including prescreening, peer review, final decision, appeals and integrity cases).
• Subject-Matter Expertise (academic).
• Strong global network within research communities and proven track record of engaging with top-tier research talents.
• Displays high integrity and honesty.
• Mindset with ability to identify opportunities and convert strategic visions into actionable plans.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Loves to travel (internationally).

Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in academic publishing and/or editorial leadership.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in academic publishing.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team management.
• Expertise in medical research and publishing.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Work-life balance with meeting-free Fridays.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay

Salary Range: $62,400 USD to $91,533 USD

Schedule

Full-time position.