Full-Time Associate Director - Community Development

Associate Director - Community Development (Europe)

The Community Development team drives strategic engagement with the global researcher community. Reporting to the Director of Community Development. This role will forge productive relationships with researchers by:

• Developing deep insights into the regional research ecosystem
• Building capacity with targeted training and engagement activities
• Deepening researcher relationships via outreach programs and regional advisory boards
• Fostering strategic partnerships with key institutions and organizations
• Serving as the primary point of contact for Editorial Development in the region
• Collaborating with regional Commercial and Marketing teams on joint initiatives
• Contributing to the global Community Development strategy

What you’ll be doing:

• Design and deliver comprehensive training programs that enhance researcher capabilities in the region, including training on research integrity.
• Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with key research institutions.
• Develop insights into regional research trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Marketing and Content teams to achieve integrated organizational goals.
• Develop an annual strategy for researcher engagement.
• Organize Editor events including training, advisory boards, workshops, and networking sessions.
• Analyze initiative outcomes using advanced analytical tools, producing monthly performance reports and a comprehensive annual review.
• Proactively identify program and process improvements.
• Enthusiastically engage in self-development.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience working in academic publishing.
• Knowledge of the research landscape and understanding of researcher needs.
• Ability to readily grow their network of connections.
• Proven track record in presentation, training and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in workplace software.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate engaging publishing workshops.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strategic partnerships.
• Agile mindset with a strong capacity for process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Adaptable and resilient.

Location:

This role is open to candidates based in Germany. You must have the right to live and work in Germany.

This position will be based largely from home and will require frequent in-person collaboration with stakeholders and customers, travelling both in Germany and internationally as required.

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