Wiley Hiring for Journals Publishing Assistant at Hoboken, NJ Full Time

Location: Hoboken, NJ or US (Remote or hybrid)

Company: Wiley

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About the role:

We are looking for a Journals Publishing Assistant (JPA) to join the Food, Earth and Environmental Sciences team within our Research division. This role is a full-time position based in our Hoboken (New Jersey) office, though currently hybrid working arrangements as a result of COVID-19.

This role will provide the right candidate with the opportunity build a successful career in publishing, and be an integral part of a valued, high performing team. Wiley is a global organization which offers international exposure, career progression and personal development.

How you will make an impact:

• The JPA provides administrative support and editorial assistance to Journal Publishing Managers (JPMs) in the management of Wiley’s Food, Earth, and Environmental Sciences publishing program, including partner-owned and proprietary journals, and supports the editorial development of this journal portfolio.

• The JPA is responsible for managing and updating journal homepages, processing payments, organizing meetings and on-site events, updating information and databases, and preparing internal and external reports.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

• Computer literacy, with proficiency using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Basic HTML skills preferred.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-volume environment and effectively manage time, prioritize tasks and work within deadlines.

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented. Ability to work on projects independently under minimal supervision, quickly learn new systems and processes.

• An interest in improving workflows and processes to drive forward business objectives.

• A flexible, collaborative approach is essential – both for team efficiency and to deliver excellent service to Wiley’s clients.

• Publishing experience and knowledge is a plus but not required.

• An interest in one of the following: Food Sciences, Earth Sciences, or Environmental Sciences is welcomed but not essential.

About Wiley:

We are in one of the most dynamic periods in our history as technology, globalism and economic diversity create far-reaching changes in the world. As a learning business, Wiley makes meaningful contributions to research discovery and lifelong learning by helping organizations achieve their goals and people achieve success from education through their career. We may have been founded over two centuries ago, but our secret to success remains the same: change with the times and adapt to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers. The company’s headquarters are located in Hoboken, New Jersey, with operations in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Australia, and Canada.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants and treat all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or based on any individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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