Graduate Assistant, 11-Month (UH Press Journals) (0000GA11)

University of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an 11-month, part-time (50% FTE) temporary position for a Graduate Assistant at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa (UHM), Library Services, UH Press Department: Journals. The position is located at the University of Hawai'i Press and is expected to begin approximately June 2026, with a potential renewal dependent on satisfactory performance, program needs, and/or availability of funds. The salary starts at $28,026 annually at 50% FTE, with a potential increase to $31,524 annually at 50% FTE effective August 1, 2026. Eligible candidates may receive a tuition waiver. The position involves serving as an editorial point person for academic journals, managing online submission systems, troubleshooting issues, soliciting and editing book reviews, maintaining databases, reviewing copyedits and proofs, and assisting with file transfers to the publisher.

Requirements

Full time classified graduate student in English, Social Sciences, Ethnic Studies, STEM, or related discipline in a Masters or Ph.D. program at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa.
One year editorial experience.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong organizational skills.
Experience working with databases and proficient with basic Microsoft office software.
Must meet University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Office of Graduate Education Graduate Assistant eligibility requirements.
Ability to travel independently in a timely and efficient manner to various locations, including UH Press Office and Manoa campus.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or interest in Chinese studies.
Experience working in academic publishing.
Experience working with a manuscript submission management system.

Responsibilities

Serves as editorial point person for academic journal on the journal's public email account, answering questions and corresponding with authors and editorial team.
Serves as editorial point person for the journal's online submission and peer-review system by maintaining the system, producing reports, and making configuration changes as instructed by the Editor.
Troubleshoots submission issues with authors, editors, and peer-reviewers. Communicates with UH Press staff as necessary regarding system errors or bugs.
Collaborates with the journal Editor is soliciting book reviewers and reviewing and editing submitted book reviews.
Maintains book review database and makes updates as required.
Reviews copyedits and proofs of each article and journal issue. Provides feedback and corrections to compositor.
Assists Editor with the transfer to publisher of all final revised and copy-edited files to be included in each issue.