Springer Nature is hiring an Editorial Board Resourcing Associate for its team in Pune, Maharashtra. This opportunity is suitable for science graduates or postgraduates with experience in editorial work, academic publishing, scholarly publishing, research, data analysis, and stakeholder management.
The Editorial Board Resourcing Associate will support journal growth by identifying, screening, and recruiting high-quality researchers for editorial boards. The role involves collaboration with Editors-in-Chief (EiCs), journal publishing teams, researchers, authors, reviewers, and technology partners.
Candidates with 1+ year of experience in editorial or publishing and knowledge of academic publishing processes are encouraged to apply.
Job Details
- Company: Springer Nature
- Job Title: Editorial Board Resourcing Associate
- Job Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Job Type: Full-time
- Job Requisition ID: JR107093
- Experience Required: 1+ year
- Qualification: Graduate/Master’s Degree in Science
- Application Deadline: September 21, 2026
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is a global publisher and technology organization serving researchers, educators, clinicians, and other professionals. The organization develops and delivers scientific books, journals, platforms, and technology solutions that support research and knowledge dissemination.
Springer Nature Technology and Publishing Solutions focuses on technology-driven publishing services, content acquisition, production, research, analysis, and related publishing operations.
About the Editorial Board Resourcing Associate Role
As an Editorial Board Resourcing Associate, you will contribute to the growth and development of scientific journals by supporting the recruitment of qualified researchers for editorial boards.
The role requires a combination of data analytics, quantitative analysis, academic publishing knowledge, project management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement skills.
You will work closely with journal publishing colleagues and Editors-in-Chief to identify suitable editorial board candidates and ensure an efficient recruitment process.
Key Responsibilities
1. Data Management and Analysis
The Editorial Board Resourcing Associate will:
- Use data analytics and quantitative skills to assess editorial board recruitment requirements.
- Support Editors-in-Chief and journal publishing colleagues during the recruitment process.
- Develop datasets based on journal scope and relevant scientific fields.
- Identify potential candidates for editorial board recruitment.
- Analyze recruitment requirements and provide recommendations to support journal development.
- Screen and evaluate potential editorial board candidates.
- Verify candidate relevance to target journals.
- Review candidates for potential ethics or misconduct concerns.
- Manage multiple journals and recruitment activities effectively.
2. Editorial and Stakeholder Engagement
The selected candidate will:
- Work closely with external Editors-in-Chief and internal publishing teams.
- Build trust and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
- Clearly communicate recruitment processes and objectives.
- Balance the needs of different stakeholders.
- Ensure suitable candidates are invited in a timely manner.
- Provide Editors-in-Chief with updates regarding recruitment progress.
- Collaborate effectively with teams across the organization.
- Support communication with the wider academic and research community.
3. Process Improvement and Technology Support
Responsibilities will also include:
- Collaborating with analytics and data teams.
- Providing feedback to improve tools used for external editor identification.
- Supporting scalable systems and technology solutions.
- Working with external editor support teams.
- Contributing to a standardized onboarding experience for new editorial board members.
- Identifying opportunities for process optimization.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improving editorial board recruitment workflows and systems.
Qualifications Required
Essential Qualification
Graduate or Master’s Degree in any Science discipline.
Eligible educational backgrounds may include:
- B.Sc.
- M.Sc.
- B.Pharm
- M.Pharm
- Pharm.D
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Life Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Other Science-related degrees
Experience Required
Candidates should have:
- At least 1 year of work experience in editorial or publishing.
- Knowledge or experience in the academic publishing industry.
- Understanding of scholarly publication processes.
- Familiarity with publishing systems and tools.
Skills Required
Springer Nature is looking for candidates with the following skills:
- Data Analytics
- Quantitative Analysis
- Data Management
- Academic Publishing
- Scholarly Publishing
- Editorial Processes
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Process Optimization
- Microsoft Office
- Computer Literacy
- Publishing Workflows
- Collaboration
Who Should Apply?
This Springer Nature job in Pune may be particularly suitable for candidates with backgrounds in:
- Scientific Publishing
- Academic Publishing
- Editorial Operations
- Research Support
- Journal Management
- Scientific Communication
- Life Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Biotechnology
- Research and Analysis
Candidates who enjoy working with scientific data, researchers, academic communities, journals, and publishing workflows may find this role particularly relevant.
Expected Salary
Springer Nature has not disclosed the official salary for this position.
Based on the role requirements, location, and experience level, the estimated salary range may be:
โน4,00,000 โ โน8,00,000 per annum
The actual salary may vary based on experience, skills, internal compensation policies, and the final interview outcome.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of:
- Science
- Research
- Academic Publishing
- Data Analytics
- Technology
- Editorial Operations
The position provides exposure to scientific journals, researchers, Editors-in-Chief, publishing workflows, and global academic communities.
Candidates can also develop experience in stakeholder engagement, data-driven decision-making, editorial recruitment, project management, and publishing technology.
How to Apply
