Manuscript Editor I
About The Position
The Manuscript Editor I edits complex scholarly journal manuscripts in science and economics for style, grammar, and accuracy under the supervision of senior department members. Using XML-based editing software, the editor applies journal style throughout manuscripts, including figure captions, tables, and mathematical content, and writes queries to authors. The editor guides manuscripts through corrections, final approval, and online ahead-of-print posting, working closely with editing colleagues and other Press departments. The role also includes editing books, journals, or other written materials with some guidance; establishing editing schedules; coordinating manuscript editing and proof review through publication; and editing and approving catalog and jacket materials with guidance. Lead editor responsibilities for journal oversight may be assigned at the manager’s discretion.
Requirements
- College or university degree in a related field.
- Knowledge and skills developed through 2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and interact confidently but flexibly with authors.
- Ability to work cordially with colleagues at all levels.
- Tactfulness and diplomacy when dealing with authors, editors, and people in other departments.
- Ability to concentrate on detail-oriented tasks and focus despite environmental distractions.
- Ability to manage multiple jobs simultaneously, across manuscripts at different publication stages and journals with different styles and procedures.
- Willingness to take direction and responsibility for meeting deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Graduate coursework.
- Two years of prior publishing experience in copyediting or proofreading, preferably in scholarly journals or books rather than newspapers or magazines.
- Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style, XML-based editing, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Background in a foreign language.
Responsibilities
- Copyedit academic journal articles in science and economics according to production schedules and deadlines.
- Copyedit all manuscript components, including main text, references, appendixes, figure captions, complex tables, and mathematical expressions and equations.
- Guide manuscripts through publication stages and maintain high-level quality control.
- Review author proofs, enter and check corrections, and approve final publication files.
- Identify and tactfully resolve editorial situations with authors, journal office staff, and supervisors.
- Communicate with authors, managing editors, colleagues, editorial supervisors, and production staff.
- At the manager’s discretion, perform lead editor duties for assigned journals, including editing manuscripts, maintaining schedules and style notes, training editors, communicating with production controllers and journal offices, and checking paginated issues before publication.
- Edit books, journals, or other written materials with some guidance and establish editing schedules.
- Coordinate manuscript editing and proof review through publication, and edit and approve catalog and jacket materials with guidance.
- Perform other related work as needed.
Benefits
- Benefits eligible; the University offers health, retirement, and paid time off programs and resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
