Managing Editor

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day to day editorial and/or production operations for assigned peer reviewed journals from manuscript submission through publication.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for editors, authors, reviewers, publishers, and other journal stakeholders.
• Create, update, and maintain accurate protocols and documentation for editorial and production workflows.
• Use manuscript management systems to manage workflows, monitor timeliness, generate reports, and evaluate indicators of journal performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize editorial workflows and improve efficiency, quality, and stakeholder experience.
• Proofread and refine journal correspondence and documentation, including decision letters and instructions for authors and reviewers.
• Manage specialized workflows that may include publication ethics, continuing medical education, press releases, and social media activities.
• Collaborate with editors on issue planning, lineups, and special issues.

Client & Strategic Support

• Build strong working relationships with journal editors and other client stakeholders.
• Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, and supporting materials for journal and client meetings.
• Provide informed guidance and recommendations to journal stakeholders based on publishing best practices and journal performance.
• Partner with editors in chief and other stakeholders to support the journal's strategic priorities and goals.
• Monitor journal performance and proactively identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement.

Team Support & Leadership

• Train, guide, and oversee support staff responsible for daily peer review, editorial, and/or production activities.
• Provide clear direction and feedback to ensure consistent quality, productivity, and adherence to established workflows.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across KGL to support client needs and operational priorities.