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001 University of Rochester

Senior Editor

Rochester, NY · On-site

$61K - $85K/yr

... Life Sciences preferred) Master's degree in Journalism, Science Writing, Communications, Public Health, or a scientific discipline preferred. Or equivalent combination of education and experience ...

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University of Rochester

Senior Editor

Rochester, NY · On-site

$61K - $85K/yr

The Senior Science Editor is a strategic communications professional responsible for elevating the ... Relations, Life Sciences preferred) * Master's degree in Journalism, Science Writing ...

University of Rochester

Senior Editor

Rochester, NY

$61K - $85K/yr

The Senior Science Editor is a strategic communications professional responsible for elevating the ... Relations, Life Sciences preferred) * Master's degree in Journalism, Science Writing ...

MJH Life Sciences

Copy Editor

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

At MJH Life Sciences our success is measured by your success! If you set your standards high and ... We are seeking a Copy Editor, Clinical and Continuing Medical Education to ensure that all ...

RELX Group plc

Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Matter Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship ... life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation ...

RELX

Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Matter Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship ... life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation ...

LexisNexis

Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Matter Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship ... life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation ...

LexisNexis

Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Matter Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship ... life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation ...

RXinsider LTD.

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... Work In a Way That Works For You We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We ...

RELX

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working ...

Elsevier

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working ...

SciVida

Editor / Senior Editor

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Translate complex life science industry topics (i.e., clinical, scientific, medical, market access ... editing, communications, or editorial management experience; title will correspond to experience ...

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Elsevier

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working ...

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Editor, Planetary Sciences

Manhattan, NY • On-site

W.W. Norton & Company, Inc.
Print Media Publishing • 201 - 500 employees
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$80K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description


W. W. Norton is seeking an Editor for digital and print textbooks in the Planetary Sciences for higher education courses. The editor will be responsible for acquisitions of new titles and development of new editions for a list that includes successful undergraduate texts in Geology, Earth science, Astronomy, and related subfields. This is a highly collaborative role that requires leadership, critical thinking, and complex problem-solving skills. The Planetary Sciences editor will work closely with authors, media editors, marketers, and specialists on their team as well as UX designers, engineers, product managers, business analysts, media producers, and production managers to create distinctive products. Working in the Science Editorial group also offers regular opportunities to learn, grow professionally, and foster innovation by sharing ideas with colleagues working in other disciplines. This position will report to the Editor in Chief, Science.
Essential Job Responsibilities Include:
  • Understanding the undergraduate Planetary Science course markets in college publishing and the diverse, evolving needs of instructors and students.
  • An interest in digital publishing generally and in best practices for solving course challenges with digital content and tools.
  • Recruiting, acquiring, and communicating with authors and other content contributors for a variety of print and digital editorial projects.
  • Planning, developing, and implementing revision plans for successful titles.
  • Soliciting feedback from the instructors and students and incorporating this feedback into current and future editorial projects.
  • Collaborating closely with colleagues in the digital media, project editorial, design, and production groups to ensure quality and timeliness of materials.
  • With the help of an editorial assistant, closely monitoring projects at all stages of editorial development and production.
  • Professionally interacting with authors, college faculty, and vendors, and effectively communicating ideas to colleagues including the college department editorial board and the advertising and marketing departments.
  • Clearly and compellingly presenting Planetary Science course materials to the Norton sales team and to faculty on campus, at focus groups, and at academic conferences. Providing support for the sales effort.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover all activities required of the employee.
Experience and Skills
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • At least five years' prior experience in college publishing or comparable experience is required. The ideal candidate will have experience with the relevant college course markets.
  • Must be highly disciplined and self-motivated.
  • Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize.
  • Must have a keen interest in understanding the teaching and learning needs of college professors and students.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills are essential.
  • Must be proactive and innovative in a changing environment.
  • Must be organized and detail-oriented, making sure that all aspects of daily activities are handled with accuracy and minimal mistakes.
  • While travel is moderate, editors must be willing and able to travel several times per year throughout the United States and Canada. Travel includes attending academic conferences and Norton sales conferences, meeting with adopters and prospective adopters, and recruiting authors on college campuses.
  • Employment eligibility to work with W.W. Norton & Company in the US is required.
  • Must be able to work from Norton's New York City headquarters. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Compensation and Benefits*
Currently available benefits include:
  • Annual compensation for this position is $80,000-95,000. All salaries and salary ranges posted by Norton may vary depending on experience, skills, location, and like considerations.
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and summer Friday afternoons beginning in July
  • Generous health benefits, including PPO, EPO, and High Deductible (with HSA) medical insurance options, vision insurance, dental insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter, gym membership reimbursement, and more. Coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children is available.
  • Profit-Sharing and 401(k) benefit plan with discretionary contribution matching by employer
  • Disability and life insurances
  • FMLA, parental and other leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (for mental health, financial planning, and other needs)
  • Company-provided laptop
  • Employee discounts on Norton books
  • Limited matching of employee donations to select non-profit organizations

*All policies and benefits described are subject to change at any time.

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