Job Description:

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Deputy Editor, supporting the Editor-in-Chief of an Advanced cross-disciplinary title in medicine. The Deputy Editor would also be expected to support the wider Advanced portfolio, managing manuscripts within their own areas of expertise.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated Advanced portfolio ambassador with an extensive global network in medical research, driving strategic initiatives that bridge groundbreaking research communities and shape how interdisciplinary science is published and shared worldwide. The Deputy Editor actively participates in the peer review process and decision-making for submitted manuscripts while ensuring adoption of best practices and the highest ethical standards in publishing.

How you will make an impact:

• Alongside the Editor-in-Chief, you will develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced Portfolio within medicine globally.
• Commission high-quality papers and build collaborative relationships with leading researchers through community engagement to enhance content quality and brand influence.
• You will manage the peer review process, and decision manuscripts, to ensure the highest possible editorial standards. 
• Collaborate with the global editorial team to manage manuscripts submitted from related Advanced titles.
• Support the launch and management of new Advanced spin-off titles in relevant subject areas as the brand expands.
• Work within a team of in-house editors to inform medical cluster strategies.
• Collaborate closely with marketing teams to devise and implement brand-enhancing events and initiatives for both short-term and long-term success.
• Lead generation and ideas for subject-related products passed on to appropriate colleagues

What we look for: 

• PhD in any medical specialty. Post-doctoral and clinical experience would be preferred.
• Demonstrated commissioning experience including identifying priority topics, approaching prospective authors, agreeing outlines/timelines, and guiding authors through to submission.
• Manuscript handling experience (prescreening, peer review, final decision, appeals and integrity cases).
• Subject-Matter Expertise (academic).
• Strong global network within research communities and proven track record of engaging with top-tier research talents.
• Displays high integrity and honesty.
• Mindset with ability to identify opportunities and convert strategic visions into actionable plans.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Love to travel (internationally).

More about the Job Description:

The Deputy Editor will actively participate in the strategic development and execution of initiatives aimed at growing Wiley’s Advanced Portfolio within medicine. With an extensive global network, the Deputy Editor serves as a dedicated ambassador and advocate for Wiley’s Advanced Portfolio in the wider medical community.

This role is pivotal for the advancement and expansion of a critically important brand, ensuring alignment with and achievement of the company's strategic goals and objectives. The Deputy Editor is tasked with converting strategic visions into actionable plans, identifying and seizing opportunities to meet the targets set for Research Publishing. In close collaboration with the marketing team, they will devise and implement a range of brand-enhancing events and initiatives aimed at both short-term and long-term success.

The Deputy Editor will concentrate on enriching the content and elevating the brand profile of Advanced, effectively directing excess submissions to relevant clusters within Wiley's Life and Health Sciences portfolio. Additionally, the Deputy Editor will participate in launching new spin off titles in relevant subjects.

By actively engaging with research communities, the Deputy Editor is committed to commissioning high-quality papers, extending the brand's influence, and forging positive, collaborative relationships with leading researchers. They approach their work with an understanding of the needs of both external and internal stakeholders, driving forward initiatives that connect with top-tier research talents.

The Deputy Editor will provide regular updates to the Senior Manager on community engagement efforts and journal development progress. These reports will include evidence of the impact made by the medical initiatives and demonstrate the successful delivery of strategic goals for Wiley’s Advanced Portfolio. They will also outline programs and strategies designed to attract and retain authors, as well as to enhance the growth of high-quality content within the Advanced portfolio, and the related subject clusters.

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Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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Job Posting Title:

Deputy Editor (Medicine)

Location:

Beijing, CHN