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Summary

Performs the developmental editing of a book-length project (more than 175,000 words) on tropical ecology and evolution. This position provides high-level editorial direction and critical written feedback to ensure clarity, consistency, conciseness, and comprehensibility for a broad, educated audience. Brings advanced subject matter knowledge and advanced editorial judgment. This position is both detail-oriented and capable of evaluating the text as a whole.

Summary

Performs the developmental editing of a book-length project (more than 175,000 words) on tropical ecology and evolution. This position provides high-level editorial direction and critical written feedback to ensure clarity, consistency, conciseness, and comprehensibility for a broad, educated audience. Brings advanced subject matter knowledge and advanced editorial judgment. This position is both detail-oriented and capable of evaluating the text as a whole.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to provide advanced editorial guidance and critical written feedback on clarity, consistency, and conciseness.
• Advanced knowledge of science, particularly biology, ecology, and evolution.
• Ability to suggest improvements for referencing and eliminating unnecessary replication.
• Strong grasp of current trends related to the particular content niche.
• Excellent presentation and teaching/training skills.
• Strong writing, editing, and project management skills.
• Superior command of Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, and content management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 years of demonstrable experience in developmental editing, with a proven track record working on book-length projects
• 1 year of experience writing for a broad audience
  
  

• Master’s Degree.
• Basic knowledge of tropical ecology and evolution.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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