Dermsquared · 10 hours ago
Strategic Digital Publishing Manager
Dermsquared is the leading education platform for dermatology professionals, and they are seeking a Managing Editor to oversee their peer-reviewed publications. This role involves managing editorial operations, driving innovation, and developing revenue-generating features while ensuring high standards of publishing integrity.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Serve as the business leader of the Dermatology Online Journal, responsible for driving sustainable growth through new content formats, special editions, sponsored features, educational supplements, and partnership programs
Partner with the Editor-in-Chief to define and execute the journal’s editorial and strategic vision
Oversee end-to-end editorial operations, including peer review, production, and publication processes to ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to ethical standards (COPE, ICMJE)
Collaborate with Dermsquared’s marketing, analytics, and partnerships teams to enhance visibility, reader engagement, and industry collaboration
Develop and manage the journal’s annual operating plan and budget, ensuring financial health and efficient resource allocation
Track and analyze key performance indicators (submissions, readership, impact, revenue) and use insights to guide decision-making
Build strategic relationships with academic institutions, professional societies, and industry stakeholders to support content, funding, and audience growth
Manage the relationship with external vendors and technology providers supporting submission systems, copyediting, and production
Innovate new digital and multimedia content offerings (e.g., visual abstracts, podcasts, interactive data features, conference coverage) to expand journal engagement
Serve as a key ambassador for the journals within the global dermatology and publishing communities
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated leadership essentials as described above
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD, or MBA) preferred
5+ years of experience in academic, medical, or scientific publishing, including experience in business or operational management roles
Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans that integrate editorial, financial, and digital objectives
Strong understanding of peer review systems, publication ethics, and open-access models
Track record of developing revenue-generating initiatives within an academic or media setting
Exceptional communication, project management, and relationship-building skills
Analytical mindset with ability to translate data and trends into actionable strategies
Experience working cross-functionally with editorial boards, marketing, sales, and technology teams
Entrepreneurial spirit and comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Preferred
advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD, or MBA)
Company
Dermsquared
The leading dermatology platform, blending clinical and non-clinical content through a diverse portfolio of live and virtual events, publications, and digital products.