The University Of Chicago is hiring: Manuscript Editor in Chicago

**Department**Press Journals General Editorial**About the Department**The University of Chicago Press Journals Division publishes more than 90 scholarly journals that span a wide range of disciplines, from the humanities and the social sciences to the life and physical sciences. The Publishing Technology department manages software and processes used in all phases of journal publishing, including peer review, copyediting, production, and online publication.**Job Summary**Manuscript Editor I: Edit scholarly manuscripts in humanities / social science for style, grammar, and accuracy, under supervision of senior members of the department. Edit on-screen using XML-based editing software (including checking and entering necessary tagging) to create both online and print editions of humanities and social science journals; query authors and communicate with them as necessary at various stages of the editorial process; review proofs returned from authors; check typesetting and enter corrections in PDF proofs using Adobe Acrobat annotation tools; check and approve final articles to be printed and posted online. Work with editing colleagues and various departments within the Press. Contact journal office personnel, production controllers, e-pub staff, or others about problems that might be encountered in the editing process, if necessary.**Responsibilities*** Copy edit academic journal articles on a tight production schedule.* Guide manuscripts through all production stages from electronic translation through publication.* Identify and tactfully solve unique editorial situations with authors, journal office staff, and/or supervisors.* Review author proofs and approve final files for publication.* Communicate daily with authors, managing editors, and colleagues, including production staff.* Checks typeset proofs before author review. May review typeset proofs or revised written copy returned by authors and approves or rejects changes.* May coordinate all or some stages of manuscript editing and proof review up to the time the book is bound and edit and approve catalog and jacket materials with guidance from others.* Performs other related work as needed.**Minimum Qualifications****Education:**Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.**Work Experience:**Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through