Hybrid Journal Specialist – Robotics & AI, Electronics & Advanced Optical Tech

at Frontiers

• Job title: Journal Specialist – Robotics & AI, Electronics & Advanced Optical Tech
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Beijing, China

About the role

• Journal Specialist at Frontiers connecting researchers, managing publishing processes, and driving scientific progress through relationship building. Working in a mission-driven culture focused on open scientific research.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full process from initial outreach, develop solid opportunities, launch Research Topics, engage contributors, and drive high-quality submissions
• Grow and manage a dynamic sales pipeline, from editor engagement to publication
• Cultivate and manage relationships with editors to attract contributions to research topics and publications
• Participate in conferences to engage with researchers, build research topics/campaigns, and grow journal name recognition
• Organize and present at workshops or webinars, establishing a community-driven journal
• Manage tasks and processes related to journal and section growth, including recruiting new editors for the journal and its sections

Requirements

• Sales or business development experience
• Results-driven mindset
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Natural communicator, personable, and persuasive
• Tech-savvy and eager to learn about AI
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Passionate about Open Science

Benefits

• 4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance
• Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan
• Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer
• Additional benefits depending on your location (e.g. pension plan and private medical care)