Scott Rae

Background

About Scott Rae

With over 7 years of progressive leadership at Springer Nature, I’ve built a career at the intersection of publishing strategy, editorial excellence, and innovation in Open Access. I have worked on all main journal brands BMC, Nature, Springer and Discover. From managing global editorial teams to launching high-impact journals, I thrive on turning complex challenges into scalable solutions that drive growth and elevate author experience. I specialize in: Leading cross-functional teams to deliver strategic publishing goals Launching and expanding journal portfolios across medicine and life sciences Driving data-informed decisions through market analysis and performance tracking Influencing senior stakeholders and aligning global teams around shared objectives Currently on Seccondment as an Executive Publisher for Springer Nautres newest journal brand. I bring a collaborative, forward-thinking approach to every project—whether it’s refining peer review workflows, developing new journals, or mentoring the next generation of publishing professionals.