Senior Publisher – Academic Journals (Hybrid, Beijing/Shanghai)

About the role

Springer Nature is seeking a (Senior) Publisher to lead a portfolio of hybrid and open‑access academic journals across chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, and engineering. Reporting to an Executive Publisher, you will shape the strategic direction of the journals and ensure a best‑in‑class experience for authors, editors and society partners.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies for a mixed portfolio of hybrid and fully open‑access journals.
• Manage relationships with partner societies, including contract negotiations and ongoing collaboration.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as production, IT, and editorial services to resolve issues quickly.
• Drive author experience improvements and foster engagement with Editors‑in‑Chief and Editorial Board Members.
• Provide business insights and performance reporting to senior leadership.

Required profile

• Proven experience in academic journal publishing, preferably with hybrid and open‑access models.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with production, technology, and editorial teams.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on journal development and market positioning.

Required skills

• Editorial workflow knowledge.
• Understanding of open‑access publishing models.
• Experience with contract negotiation and partnership management.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model based in Beijing or Shanghai.
• Opportunity to shape a high‑impact scientific publishing portfolio.
• Access to Springer Nature’s global resources and professional development programs.