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Publishing Director: Physical Science, Energy, Materials Science & Engineering

Are you and experienced leader with domain expertise in STEM portfolios and/or education or research markets?

Would you love to lead a team within Physical Science, Energy, Materials Science, and Engineering?

About the Team

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

About the Role

Reporting to the VP of Reference Content, the Publishing Director will lead the global books publishing program in Physical Science, Energy, Materials Science & Engineering within the Global Content Partners (GCP) Reference Content group. Our diverse content supports the Researchers & Librarians customer segment and Science Direct, along with print and third-party publisher (3PP) channels.

Responsibilities

Planning, developing, and collaborating with other PDs to lead the strategy and operational implementation of book content acquisition, development, and related partnerships.
Achieving team signings of over 600 new titles annually, meeting product, cost, and other established objectives.
Supporting and coaching for employee engagement, development, and success. Listening and respond to the team through formal (OfficeVibe, EOS) and informal communication channels. Facilitating a culture of engagement, purpose, and shared success.
Supporting a diverse, international team of over 28 colleagues and their development. Provide coaching and direction, manage and set annual objectives and check-ins, manage performance, support change management, and provide change leadership.
Developing, leading, and implementing program and team strategy; contribute to group-level strategy.
Partnering and consulting with the VP and peer-PDs, leading in developing or collaborating on commercial and go-to-market solutions.
Utilizing data, analytics, commercial, and financial acumen to ensure each proposal and the overall program delivers on value and meets financial goals.
Developing and lead team strategy, including but not limited to: oversight of proposals and proposal financials, portfolio strategy and commissioning plan approval, frequent program reviews and deep dive analysis, portfolio roadmap analysis, setting strategy to support Science Direct targets and objectives, ensuring alignment with wider business strategic goals (GCP, STMJ, RR and Researchers & Librarians), ensuring content is leveraged effectively on all relevant platforms, identifying, and pursuing new and innovative opportunities in the portfolio and segment.
Providing competitor and market knowledge and analysis; lead the program's competitive stance, anticipating, and responding to market changes.
Ensuring team content aligns with strategic priorities, including content transformation and 100% use of the Elsa authoring platform.
Tracking and report on progress and metrics for owned programs. Provide data and performance indicators analysis (revenue, usage, contribution to overall business performance, etc.) to recommend or support program-level and group decisions.
Leading one-off initiatives as agreed.
Supporting partners (Content Management, Commercial, Product, and Marketing) as needed.
Connecting the team to the broader business.

Requirements

Have a track record of innovation, problem-solving, delivery, and execution.
Have 5+ years of leadership experience in a matrix environment with domain expertise in STEM portfolios and/or education or research markets, along with portfolio and/or product development experience.
Display experience in operational planning, negotiating, developing, and contributing to strategy, and identifying and delivering innovative solutions to meet targets.
Have deep understanding of scholarly markets, ethics, and integrity.
Have interest in data and analytics and the potential for technology to improve outcomes.
Exceptional people leader with a coaching mindset and experience of engaging and motivating teams.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice

About the Business

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

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What You Should Know About Publishing Director, RELX

Join Elsevier in Cambridge, MA, as a Publishing Director specializing in Physical Science, Energy, Materials Science, and Engineering! If you're an experienced leader with a genuine passion for STEM portfolios and education, this role is tailor-made for you. At Elsevier, we pride ourselves on being a global leader in information and analytics, dedicated to advancing science and improving health outcomes. As a Publishing Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team, driving our global book publishing program and collaborating with a diverse group focused on creating impactful content. Your main responsibilities will include strategizing and implementing content acquisition, managing an annual signing of over 600 new titles, and enhancing team engagement through effective coaching and development. You’ll be pivotal in ensuring our international team of over 28 colleagues thrives, while also aligning our projects with broader business strategies. With a focus on innovation and performance, you'll leverage analytics to guide decision-making and support growth within the company. As a vital contributor to our mission to harness innovative technologies for a sustainable future, your leadership will help shape meaningful developments in research and education. This is your chance to make a real difference in a supportive and flexible work environment where your well-being matters. If you are ready to embark on this exciting journey, let's revolutionize the world of publishing together!

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What are the main responsibilities of the Publishing Director at Elsevier?

The Publishing Director at Elsevier is tasked with leading the global book publishing program in the realms of Physical Science, Energy, and Materials Science & Engineering. This role involves strategic planning, collaboration with other publishing directors, achieving team signings of over 600 new titles annually, and enhancing employee development and engagement. Additionally, the Director will use data analytics to guide proposals and decisions, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.