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Job Role: President, North America Location: New York, USA Reporting: Direct line to [Steven Inchcoombe, President Research] About Springer Nature Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. About the Role This role is primarily externally focused, effectively an 'ambassador' role, and is responsible for sustaining and enhancing Springer Nature's Research business presence in USA with a focus on growth, outreach and promotional mechanisms, engaging and influencing US government agencies, institutional leaders, and senior researchers to strengthen Springer Nature's Research business and address any threat. Our critics claim we are a German/European publisher taking advantage of American research. This isn't the case, we want to change the perception of SN to be a global publisher with a substantial US presence that is a trusted partner to the US research ecosystem. We have relationships in the govt, with funders, and with thousands of institutions. This role is about building on top of that, as a senior SN ambassador that can take the senior meetings in govt and elsewhere, that could be used as a media spokesperson , appear on panels etc. It should be noted that we already have teams obtaining timely policy updates, with an info network with key govt officials, providing insights etc...this role will be additive to these. Some specific example areas to champion include institutional relationships, research funding, transition to public access and open data, strengthening research integrity, maintaining research security, improving research assessment, and editorial independence. Areas where this role should work with colleagues in USA potentially include compliance with government, federal and legal requirements in USA, engaging with research institutions to secure greater share of their budgets, take-up of TAs, 'renewable' eBook deals, attracting more US based authors, editors and peer-reviewers, and exploring growth and development opportunities with research-based corporations in USA. The President, NA is responsible for of protecting, maintaining and enhancing the organization's profile and reputation amongst USA government stakeholders, US institutions, the US research community and other key influencers in America. Springer Nature is set-up as a matrix with global functions acting as the primary vertical axis. The President, NA role is regional and horizontal in nature, so does not have direct reporting lines. Instead, the President, NA will chair the US Leadership Council where all externally facing US functions are to be represented by their leaders. This is the primary means of leading and coordinating strategy, plans and execution in USA. Responsibilities: This role operates mainly at 3 levels, Government, Institutions and Researchers in North America:
In above specific areas where this role should take an external lead in USA
Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:
US Annualized Base Salary Range: $300,000 - $400,000. This role is eligible for an annual performance-related bonus plan. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country. Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster. At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/ |