Acquisitions Editor
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Job Summary
Passionate about shaping higher education content, the full-time Acquisitions Editor will identify and recruit authors, manage project development from concept to launch, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fully remote environment.
Key responsibilities
- Fill the pipeline with distinctive, market-relevant content and guide projects from concept through launch and revision
- Build trusted relationships with authors, subject-matter experts, and internal partners to strengthen the Education list
- Analyze market intelligence and customer evidence to inform publishing decisions and manage active titles effectively
Required qualifications
- 3-4 years of relevant experience in book acquisitions, content development, or higher education publishing
- Strong editorial judgment and project management skills
- Ability to analyze market data and manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Comfort with technology and cross-functional collaboration
- Sound business judgment regarding revenue and profitability considerations
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