Associate or Senior Editor, BMC Psychology

Springer Nature

. Develop a journal development strategy for BMC Psychology, considering journal performance, development needs, and the overall BMC series strategy .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeShanghai • ChinaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in journal development strategy, editorial processes, and relationship building within the scientific community. Possesses strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining high editorial standards while promoting open access publishing.

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PhD Level EducationEditorial ExperienceStrong Analytical SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsCustomer Focus

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Hard Skills

Journal Development StrategyEditorial Policy DevelopmentContent HandlingPublishing Ethics InvestigationWebsite Content Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Time ManagementProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationInfluencing SkillsAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Open Access PublishingScientific ResearchEditorial ProcessBMC PsychologyEditorial Board Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a journal development strategy for BMC Psychology, considering journal performance, development needs, and the overall BMC series strategy
Support subject-specific strategy development across Springer Nature's Journals group
Identify and commission reviews, collections and supplements, and work with the scientific community to drive them forward
Oversee content handling in BMC Psychology, advising editorial board members and handling submissions where required
Investigate and resolve publishing or research ethics cases, with guidance from the Springer Nature Research Integrity Group when needed
Engage with teams to resolve editorial issues and prioritize author service while maintaining editorial standards
Advise on editorial policy development
Build relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors
Discuss journal policy, content issues and editorial board recruitment with Senior Board Members
Recruit and train new editorial board members
Support editorial board engagement initiatives
Host regular Senior Board and Editorial Board Meetings in person or online
Ensure Editorial Board members understand journal ethos, editorial policies and required training
Develop journal website content and features
Attend conferences to promote journals and develop relevant contacts
Increase journal visibility through blogs and social media activities
Support colleagues, provide coverage when needed and share expertise and experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Educated to PhD level (or equivalent), psychology, mental health, or a related field
An interest in open access publishing
An interest in scientific research and current knowledge of a relevant field
Knowledge of editorial process and related matters
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Highly customer focused
Strong analytical/critical appraisal skills
Willing to travel occasionally and represent BMC at external events
Able to respond to non-routine circumstances
Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals
Self-starter with a positive, can-do approach to problem-solving
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels
Ability to work in a team
Editorial experience (for Senior Editor)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model
Opportunities to attend conferences and represent BMC at external events
Inclusive working environment
Reasonable accommodation for disability, neurodivergence or chronic conditions