Associate Director, Academic Partnerships, Americas

The Associate Director, Academic Partnerships, Americas role will build and expand partnerships with research groups, KOLs, research institutions, societies and industry in the US, in alignment with publishing strategy and business priorities.

Requirements

• Comprehensive expertise in scholarly publishing, with deep understanding of publisher-research community dynamics and emerging industry trends
• Strong background in acquisitions and partnerships
• Experience of and in-depth knowledge of working with societies, academies, and universities
• Deep understanding of regional market trends, audience behaviour, and competitor landscape
• Experience working across multiple content formats and platforms, with a strong understanding of editorial standards and best practices
• Proven experience in editorial development, content strategy, or a similar editorial leadership role within the regional market
• Demonstrated success in growing editorial portfolios and driving content strategies that contribute to business growth
• Strong network of relevant contacts across the business and externally, with proven networking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders
• Collaborative mindset and an ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholders
• Commercial acumen and a drive for results
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent project management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Strong technical aptitude and adaptability to new technologies
• Flexibility to work across multiple time zones

Benefits

• Annual salary ranging from $120,000 - $150,000
• Up to 15% annual bonus
• 10 days paid sick time
• 15 days paid annual leave per year plus an extra day off for your birthday
• 3 additional discretionary days for the holiday season at the end of the year
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 4 paid volunteer days per year
• 401(k) + employer match
• Seasonal social and charitable events
• Continuous training and development