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Acquisitions Editor

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Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Tue, Nov 10, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

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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