Journal Manager

Journal Manager

AIP Publishing is a leading publisher of the physical sciences. Working with us means being part of a mission : to accelerate scientific discovery while reimagining the future of scholarly publishing.

AIP Publishing helps brilliant work make a global impact. We're building a living network of knowledge to spark thinking, connect people, and drive new ways forward empowering a vibrant global community using science for good. We foster a collaborative, creative atmosphere and encourage a workplace culture that maximizes individual contributions.

We're always looking to evolve the ways we think and operate, and we actively encourage an environment where everybody feels comfortable, seen, and able to do their best work. We're looking to hire and develop colleagues who are astute, flexible, and always striving to "solve better problems" through thoughtful consideration of individual, team, organizational, and customer impact.

Are you ready to make an impact in the world of scholarly publishing? At AIP Publishing, we're looking for a dynamic Sr. Journal Manager or Journal Manager to take the reins in shaping the strategic direction, growth, and success of a prestigious portfolio of academic journals. In this high-impact role, you'll be the go-to expert on journal performance, working closely with editors, internal teams, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and excellence in editorial quality, community engagement, and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about advancing the field of scholarly publishing and excited by the opportunity to lead initiatives in open science, research integrity, and the user experience, we want to hear from you!

How you'll make an impact :

• Owning strategy development and execution for assigned journals, ensuring alignment with portfolio goals and key publishing metrics.
• Monitoring industry trends and conduct competitive analysis to inform journal positioning and development.
• Guiding editorial content strategy in collaboration with Editors, focusing on emerging research and community relevance.
• Driving author, reviewer, and editor engagement through targeted outreach and retention strategies.
• Acting as a trusted editorial partner and primary liaison to Editors, addressing concerns with clarity and professionalism.
• Managing editorial board lifecyclesincluding recruitment, onboarding, renewals, and performance monitoring.
• Contributing to organizational initiatives, from product development to cross-functional process improvement.
• Analyzing journal performance data and champion scalable, data-driven reporting solutions.
• Supporting editorial best practices and mentoring junior team members to foster a culture of knowledge-sharing and growth.

What you're great at :

What we're looking for :

Experience required and preferred qualifications :

Our excellent total rewards package includes :

Salary Range :

$70,000 - $90,000 (Senior Journal Manager or Journal Manager will be commensurate with experience)

At AIPP, we offer competitive compensation based on the role, experience, and other relevant factors. Under the New York Convenience Rule, all employees, regardless of their residence in other states, will be taxed at the New York State tax rate. Employees may also have additional state-specific tax obligations depending on where they live.

A wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary of the American Institute of Physics (AIP), AIP Publishing's mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity by breaking barriers to open, fair research communication and empowering researchers to accelerate global progress.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.