Senior Medical Editor, Basic Sciences

What you will be doing:

• Set strategic course for the basic science
• Assume direct oversight and responsibility for legendary classic texts including Ganong, Katzung, Junquira and Harpers.
• Oversee the Basic Science and Lange Q&A Series
• Establish key contacts in the basic sciences to provide reviews and feedback on trends and student behavior
• Regularly create student focus groups to stay in touch with students’ needs
• Take an active role with AI technology such as AI Reader, as the basic sciences are a core part of MHP AI Strategy.
• Establish a revision plan for the core 15-20 titles and propose new projects, factoring in important pub dates as the market has demanded 2-3 year revisions on specific titles.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, with 7–10+ years of experience in editorial content development and acquisitions, preferably within medical publishing, and demonstrated expertise in digital content development and product management.
• Proven ability to manage high-profile author teams, lead product development initiatives, and oversee projects requiring strong analysis, strategic planning, and execution.
• Strong business negotiation, partner management, contract negotiation, and implementation skills, with the ability to build and maintain successful professional relationships.
• Excellent project management skills, including managing cross-functional collaboration across internal departments and effectively handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including strong writing and presentation capabilities.
• Advanced digital capabilities, including proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce.com, and the ability to leverage technology to support business and content objectives.

Benefits:

The pay range for this position is between $71,300-$92,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered.