Associate Director, Publishing Services, PKP

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Public Knowledge Project (PKP), a Core Research Facility of Simon Fraser University (SFU), is the world’s leading developer of open source (free) software for scholarly publishing — including Open Journal Systems (OJS), Open Monograph Press (OMP), and Open Preprint Systems (OPS) — and is an internationally recognized research and advocacy organization advancing sustainable and equitable open access to research. PKP’s team culture is open, dynamic and highly collegial.

About the Role

As a member of PKP's strategic leadership team, the Associate Director shapes the long-term direction and sustainability of, and provides operational direction for, PKP’s Publishing Services (PKP|PS) activities, leading a team of professional and support staff.

The ideal Associate Director, Publishing Services candidate is someone who combines a solid understanding of scholarly publishing with business savvy and a deep commitment to nurturing client relationships, all while being meticulous on details and follow through.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field and five years of progressive experience in areas such as client service innovation, business management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent people management skills, encompassing leadership, supervision, mentorship and delegation.
• Excellent strategic planning, decision-making, and change management skills.
• Excellent budgeting and financial administration skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral, written, presentation), and relationship management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of scholarly publishing, research and academic environments.
• Good knowledge of scholarly publishing tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise initiative, diplomacy, and discretionary judgment.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.