Editor in Chief
About The Position
Under broad direction from the W.M. Keck Director of Research, the Editor in Chief oversees all aspects of publishing the Huntington Library Quarterly (HLQ) and assists with scholarly programming in the Research Division. The position acquires and develops scholarly content, manages peer review and production, supports the journal’s editorial board, and works with institutional and publishing partners on the journal’s operations and finances. The role also participates in the academic life of the institution and supervises the HLQ Managing Editor and a consultant graphic designer. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible approach.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in a field supported by The Huntington’s collections.
- At least 3 years of previous experience in scholarly or museum publishing.
- Holds or has held a tenured or equivalent position in an academic institution.
- Outstanding writing and editing skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively with staff, scholars, volunteers, visitors, and outside organizations.
- Background working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds using a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible approach.
Responsibilities
- Serve as acquiring editor for article manuscripts and oversee manuscript refereeing, book-review solicitation, developmental and copy editing, image acquisition and permissions, layout, and proofreading.
- Develop and maintain a database tracking article submissions and peer review.
- Work with the Director of Research to establish HLQ goals and priorities and compile regular statistical reports on submissions and peer review.
- Work with Huntington staff, visiting fellows, and scholars to develop and acquire articles, reviews, and special issues.
- Consult with the Director of Research to identify and invite scholars to the HLQ editorial board, maintain a robust and diverse board, and periodically audit current board members’ performance.
- Participate in the institution’s academic life, including Research Division seminars and conferences, fellows’ events, and working groups.
- Attend regional, national, and, where appropriate, international scholarly conferences related to the focus of the HLQ.
- Work with the Director of Research and Business Office to establish financial goals and prepare the publications department’s annual budget; review and approve expenses for 59 and P-Card charges for 58 (book project) accounts; and work within the approved budget.
- Develop procedures to promote HLQ subscriptions and increase electronic article downloads.
- Work with the journal division of the University of Pennsylvania Press on contractual and business arrangements.
- Hire and supervise a consultant graphic designer.
- Supervise the HLQ Managing Editor, a limited-term position.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 403(b) retirement plan and matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match.
- Hybrid remote work schedule available for applicable positions.
- Paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays.
- Staff discounts at The Huntington Store and restaurants.
- Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions.
- Free monthly passes for family and friends to visit the grounds.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
