Publishing Assistant

Springer Nature

. Provide administrative and project-management support for a portfolio of journals in Neuroscience, Psychiatry, and Pharmacology .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45,000 - $50,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management and administrative support capabilities in academic publishing, with expertise in editorial processes, stakeholder engagement, and performance reporting. Proficient in communication, organization, and problem-solving within a fast-paced publishing environment.

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Project ManagementAcademic Publishing ExperienceStrong Verbal And Written CommunicationEditorial Management SystemsData Analysis And Reporting

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisReport PreparationManuscript AssessmentPublishing WorkflowsPerformance ReportingEditorial JudgmentPresentation SkillsStakeholder EngagementProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem SolvingCollaborationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

JFlowCoreMedia StudioReporting ToolsEditorial Management SystemsPublishing Platforms

Industry Keywords

NeurosciencePsychiatryPharmacologyPublication EthicsOpen Access PoliciesScholarly ResearchEditorial BoardPublishing Key Performance IndicatorsMulticultural EnvironmentCommercial Awareness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative and project-management support for a portfolio of journals in Neuroscience, Psychiatry, and Pharmacology
Assist Publishers and support Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, society representatives, authors, and peer reviewers
Support annual journal targets for submissions, publications, transfers, and turnaround times
Manage inquiries from internal stakeholders and external partners
Prepare team reports, conference materials, PowerPoint presentations, and Editorial Board meeting materials
Request annual journal reports and monitor reporting schedules
Compile, analyze, and report publishing key performance indicators
Manage editorial and publishing projects, including editor recruitment and onboarding, journal performance reporting, publication ethics investigations, and invoice management
Support editorial and operational processes using publishing workflows and systems
Collaborate across Editorial, Production, Marketing, Conferences, and other departments
Contribute to social media and marketing initiatives
Maintain journal and editorial data in JFlow, CoreMedia Studio, and other internal platforms
Share best practices and identify workflow, operational, and communication improvements
Participate in projects related to publication ethics, data transparency, Open Access policies, and industry developments
Apply editorial judgment and manuscript assessment skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in a relevant discipline
Previous experience in academic publishing is preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent writing skills, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations, meeting materials, and professional correspondence
Strong scientific comprehension, with the ability to understand and communicate scholarly research and publishing concepts
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
Demonstrated accountability and attention to detail when managing projects, data, reporting, and administrative responsibilities
Resourceful and proactive problem solver who identifies opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies
Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
Professional, diplomatic, and confident when interacting with senior stakeholders, editors, society partners, and authors
Strong presentation, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience working with publishing workflows, editorial management systems, databases, and reporting tools is highly desirable
Adaptable and flexible in a multicultural, fast-paced publishing environment
Customer-focused mindset
Commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial approach
Ability to work in a hybrid position in the New York or Philadelphia office

Benefits

Comp & perks

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