Publishing Development Specialist - Evergreen

Who we are

At Frontiers, our purpose is simple yet ambitious: to make science open. We believe open science empowers the global scientific community to accelerate discovery and develop the solutions needed for healthy lives on a healthy planet.

We are one of the world’s largest and most influential open-access research publishers. Every article we publish is peer-reviewed and quality-certified, ensuring research is accessible to everyone, everywhere. To date, Frontiers research has been viewed over 4 billion times, demonstrating the real-world impact of science without barriers.

Joining Frontiers means being part of a global, mission-driven organization at the intersection of science, technology, and innovation — working alongside passionate colleagues who care deeply about advancing knowledge for the benefit of society.

📌 A quick note about this job advert

This posting is designed to build a talent pool for future and upcoming needs within our Publishing Development team.
There may not be an immediate opening at the time you apply, but we regularly review applications and reach out to candidates as roles become available.

By applying, you’re letting us know you’d like to be considered for Publishing Development Specialist roles as they open, rather than for a single, immediate vacancy.

What is Publishing Development and Why Does It Matter?

You’ll join our Publishing Development team, which plays a key role in making science open and accessible. We work closely with researchers and editors to build strong communities, launch impactful article collections, and grow journals so they reach their full potential.
It’s not just about publishing; it’s about driving progress, fostering collaboration, and accelerating discovery.

What You’ll Do

• As a Publishing Development Specialist, you’ll connect with researchers, build communities, and help journals thrive.
• Lead outreach: Engage researchers and editors to create opportunities for collaboration.
• Drive growth: Manage a dynamic pipeline from initial contact to successful publication.
• Build relationships: Cultivate trust with editors and contributors to attract high-quality submissions.
• Represent the journal: Attend conferences, host webinars, and grow visibility.
• Develop communities: Organize initiatives that bring researchers together.
• Recruit editors: Help expand journal sections by onboarding new experts.