This person will:

•  Prepare book and reference publishing plan for biochemistry and organic chemistry
• Acquire new products and manage existing backlist with an emphasis on new acquisitions
• Co-publish books and reference works with societies and associations
• Create sales forecasts
• Have extensive author contact and negotiate contracts
• Manage business aspects of books and reference works
• Be involved in US as well as International Marketing efforts
• Create long-term plans for the program
• Be involved in various industry conferences as well as campus visits
• Travel  25 – 30 %

Qualifications:

• College degree – Advanced degree in chemistry a plus
• Three years experience in publishing, ideal as editor, marketing or sales
• Sales and marketing experience is a plus
• Able to work independently
• Must have experience with databases, word processing and spreadsheets
• Strong communication and organizational skills are key

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills as well as a deep knowledge of publishing in chemistry.