Editor (STEM)

Primary Responsibilities shall include but not limited to:

• Acquire new titles and academic books in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) topics, with emphasis in Engineering, Physics and Mathematics.
• Responsible for full editorial process from manuscript to publication, which include liaising with authors, reviewers, preparing the necessary paperwork and contracts, liaising with typesetters, printers, and designers.
• Ensuring the commercial value of the acquired titles, analyzing the time and cost of production, to maintain a steady and profitable revenue stream.
• Develop new areas that complement Company’s existing focus areas.
• Create proposals including costing and pricing suggestions; portfolios management.
• Maintaining positive collaborative relationships with existing/potential authors, reviewers, contributors, key advisers, and potential textbook adopters.
• Regular discussions with colleagues in editorial, production, marketing, and sales to track status ensuring timely publications, providing necessary updates.
• Monitoring demands of market forces, advising of future trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in the marketing and promotional activities for new books.
• Any ad hoc projects as and when required and assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree in Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
• At least 3 years of acquisitions experience in academic publishing.
• Experience in acquiring Engineering, Mathematics and Physics and titles is preferred.
• Ability to build, nurture and manage potential authors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Must have initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as a team.
• Ability in managing multiple projects simultaneously amid tight deadlines.
• Legal rights to work in UK.

Potential candidates who meet our requirements may apply with a cover letter and full resume stating your current and expected salaries, availability and contact details to hr@wspc.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.