Research Integrity Manager
Core
Line manage and support a team of research integrity advisers to investigate and resolve research integrity concerns in the published record, ensuring compliance with COPE guidelines and Springer Nature policies.
Role type
Senior Research Integrity Manager (Team Lead)
Builds
Resolutions team capacity and case resolution workflows for Springer Nature journals, books, and databases
Domain
Academic publishing / Research integrity / Publication ethics
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Line management, case investigation oversight, COPE guideline compliance, team training and development, stakeholder conflict resolution, project management, policy development
Preferred skills
Publishing industry knowledge, academic publication process familiarity, external representation
Technologies
Office applications, research integrity tools
Responsibilities
Line manage several Research Integrity Advisers and Specialists; Support advisers in managing caseloads and handling difficult cases; Ensure team advice complies with COPE and internal policies; Provide supervision for cases requiring legal or communications input; Monitor team performance and identify trends; Drive professional development and recruitment of team members; Oversee project management of individual and large integrity cases; Review cooperation between Resolutions and Support teams; Create and update self-service resources for staff; Represent the Research Integrity Group externally; Contribute to team strategy and workflow improvements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership