Executive Publisher – Medicine & Life Sciences (China)

About the role

Springer Nature is looking for an Executive Publisher to lead its Medicine & Life Sciences portfolio in China. Reporting to the Publishing Director, the role will shape strategy, drive business performance and expand the journal portfolio across Shanghai and Beijing on a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute portfolio strategies that deliver sustainable growth, market leadership and long‑term value.
• Own portfolio performance metrics including submissions, publications, revenue, impact, quality and operational KPIs.
• Gather and analyse market intelligence to inform business development and expansion decisions.
• Develop high‑value partnerships within the Chinese research community.
• Lead multidisciplinary publishing teams in Medicine and Life Sciences.
• Contribute to the overall China strategy as a senior ambassador for Springer Nature.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in scientific or academic publishing.
• Strong strategic mindset with ability to translate market insights into business growth.
• Excellent business development and partnership building capabilities.
• Solid understanding of scientific content in medicine and life sciences.
• Quantitative and data‑analysis skills to monitor portfolio performance.

Required skills