Contract and Integrity Advisor – Publishing Ethics

About the role

Springer Nature is seeking a Contract and Integrity Advisor for its Books Research Publishing group in New Delhi. The role supports editors in contract negotiation, rights management, and upholding research integrity and publishing ethics across books and proceedings.

Key responsibilities

• Assist editorial teams with contract execution, rights securement and guidance aligned with company policies.
• Lead the handling of research integrity and publishing‑ethics issues, applying COPE guidelines and collaborating with the Research Integrity group.
• Develop specifications for digital tools that detect misconduct and support in‑depth investigations.
• Build and maintain a knowledge base on intellectual property and licensing to ensure compliance.
• Provide legal and regulatory advice related to publishing contracts and ethical standards.

Required profile

• Proven experience in contract negotiation, rights management or publishing‑law environments.
• Strong understanding of research integrity principles and COPE guidelines.
• Ability to evaluate scientific content critically and advise on ethical concerns.
• Creative problem‑solving skills and capacity to manage complex regulatory matters.

Required skills