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November 12, 2026

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AIP Publishing is a leading publisher of the physical sciences. Working with us means being part of a mission: to accelerate scientific discovery while reimagining the future of scholarly publishing.

AIP Publishing helps brilliant work make a global impact. We're building a living network of knowledge to spark thinking, connect people, and drive new ways forward — empowering a vibrant global community using science for good. We foster a collaborative, creative atmosphere and encourage a workplace culture that maximizes individual contributions.

We're always looking to evolve the ways we think and operate, and we actively encourage an environment where everybody feels comfortable, seen, and able to do their best work. We're looking to hire and develop colleagues who are astute, flexible, and always striving to “solve better problems” through thoughtful consideration of individual, team, organizational, and customer impact.

Are you ready to make an impact in the world of scholarly publishing? At AIP Publishing, we're looking for a dynamic Associate Publisher or Publisher to take the reins in shaping the strategic direction, growth, and success of a prestigious portfolio of academic journals. In this high-impact role, you'll be the go-to expert on journal performance, working closely with editors, internal teams, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and excellence in editorial quality, community engagement, and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about advancing the field of scholarly publishing and excited by the opportunity to lead initiatives in open science, research integrity, and the user experience, we want to hear from you!

How you'll make an impact:

Owning strategy development and execution for assigned journals, ensuring alignment with portfolio goals and key publishing metrics.
Monitoring industry trends and conduct competitive analysis to inform journal positioning and development.
Guiding editorial content strategy in collaboration with Editors, focusing on emerging research and community relevance.
Driving author, reviewer, and editor engagement through targeted outreach and retention strategies.
Acting as a trusted editorial partner and primary liaison to Editors, addressing concerns with clarity and professionalism.
Managing editorial board lifecycles—including recruitment, onboarding, renewals, and performance monitoring.
Contributing to organizational initiatives, from product development to cross-functional process improvement.
Analyzing journal performance data and champion scalable, data-driven reporting solutions.
Supporting editorial best practices and mentoring junior team members to foster a culture of knowledge-sharing and growth.

What you're great at:

Strategic thinking and big-picture planning while maintaining a sharp eye on editorial quality and day-to-day performance.
Building relationships with researchers, editors, and cross-functional teams with professionalism and empathy.
Managing multiple priorities and staying organized in a dynamic, remote work environment.
Analyzing performance data and extracting meaningful insights to support journal development.
Navigating complex editorial and publishing landscapes with confidence and decisiveness.
Leading through influence and collaboration—especially when managing change or mentoring others.

What we're looking for:

Deep knowledge of scholarly publishing, peer review workflows, and research integrity standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to engage senior researchers and editorial boards.
Data literacy with tools like Excel and PowerBI for tracking performance and supporting strategic decisions.
Project management and organizational excellence, particularly in distributed or remote settings.
Comfort with ambiguity, sound decision-making, and an adaptive mindset.
A proactive, collaborative approach to team development and continuous learning.

Experience required and preferred qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of experience in scholarly publishing, with with proven responsibility in building and managing portfolios under a sound science open access framework is highly preferred.
Experience engaging closely with researchers, editors, and academic communities through outreach, conference engagement, or similar initiatives required.
Familiarity with the physical sciences is preferred; a graduate degree in a related field is a plus.
Strong data literacy, especially using Excel and PowerBI; experience with peer review platforms and CRMs is a bonus.
Demonstrated cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management experience.
Previous mentorship or onboarding experience is highly desirable.
Willingness to travel to conferences and meetings as needed.

Our excellent total rewards package includes:

A remote workforce with staff based in NY, NJ, CT, MD, VA, PA, MA, RI, or Washington, DC, who meet in person for collaboration, training, strategic planning — and fun!
Generous paid time off and paid sick and safe leave
Flexible Work Schedule
Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits
Exceptional retirement benefits
Monthly remote stipend
Training and Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $110,000 (Associate Publisher or Publisher will be commensurate with experience)

At AIPP, we offer competitive compensation based on the role, experience, and other relevant factors. Under the New York Convenience Rule, all employees, regardless of their residence in other states, will be taxed at the New York State tax rate. Employees may also have additional state-specific tax obligations depending on where they live.

A wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary of the American Institute of Physics (AIP), AIP Publishing's mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity by breaking barriers to open, fair research communication and empowering researchers to accelerate global progress. AIP Publishing supports the charitable, scientific, and educational purposes of AIP through scholarly publishing activities on its behalf and on behalf of our publishing partners. Our publishing portfolio includes digital books, AIP Conference Proceedings, and peer-reviewed journals across a spectrum of research areas, including our flagship titles Applied Physics Reviews, Applied Physics Letters, Journal of Applied Physics, and The Journal of Chemical Physics.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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