Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Copy Editor in Chicago
Inside Higher Ed, Chicago, IL, United States
Job Description
Position Summary
A Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing student dissertations to ensure that documents adhere to standard grammar and punctuation rules and the formatting requirements developed by both The Chicago School and The American Psychological Association Publication Manual.
Principal Duties
Dissertation Copy Editing
Accurately read student dissertations for logic and consistency promptly.
Identify and correct grammar, spelling, syntax, format, style, and punctuation errors.
Provide work samples that will assist students with formatting and style.
Provide students with feedback about APA style and the requirements of The Chicago School.
Assist students with formatting margins, pagination, citations, layout, tables, figures, and appendices so that they adhere to all dissertation guidelines established by The Chicago School.
Ensure that all references are correctly formatted and that they have been correctly and consistently cited in the dissertation.
Confer with students on what tasks they must perform to complete their dissertations.
Answer student questions about copy editing, referencing and citations, formatting, and completing dissertation copy editing promptly.
Assist students with printing a high-quality, ready-to-bind dissertation.
Maintain accurate and complete student drafts, process, and progress records.
Other
Retain all copies of student drafts, records, and correspondence until The Chicago School has approved the student’s dissertation.
Maintain accurate and complete billing records.
Respond to emails within 24 hours.
Communicate as needed with the Manuscript Preparation Office Manager regarding student progress.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student names and results.
Uphold the highest standards of collegial and professional conduct with all The Chicago School community members.
Position Qualifications
A Master's degree in English or a similar field with experience teaching writing and/or editing (or the equivalent preparation) is preferred. Individuals with a BA and relevant experience are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of English grammar and spelling and a working familiarity with the APA writing style.
Excellent organizational, detail-oriented, and communication skills are required. Applicants must also be able to work independently by email, phone, and video conference.
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required.
The Chicago School has received national recognition for its institutional commitment to diversity and intercultural education. Ideal candidates will demonstrate an appreciation, enthusiasm, and commitment to diversity in all endeavors. Applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $$40-$45 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.
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In Summary: A Master's degree in English or a similar field with experience teaching writing and/or editing (or the equivalent preparation) is preferred . Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required . The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
En Español: Una redactora de copias es responsable de editar las tesis del estudiante para garantizar que los documentos se adhieran a reglas gramaticales y puntuaciones estándar y a los requisitos de formato desarrollados tanto por The Chicago School como por el Manual de Publicación de la Asociación Americana de Psicología. Principales deberes Edición de Dissertación copia Lee con precisión las dissertaciones de estudiantes para obtener lógica y consistencia rápidamente. Identifique y corrija errores de gramática, ortografía, sintaxis, formato, estilo y pontuación. Proporcione muestras de trabajo que ayuden a los estudiantes con el formato y estilo. Provee comentarios sobre el estilo APA y los requerimientos de La Escuela de Chicago. Asiste a los alumnos con margenos de formato, paginado, citas, diseño, tablas, figuras y apéndices para que cumplan con todas las directrices de disertación establecidas por La escuela de Chicago . Disertación. Mantener registros de facturación exactos y completos. Responder a los correos electrónicos dentro de las 24 horas. Comunicarse según sea necesario con el Gerente de la Oficina de Preparación del Manuscrito sobre el progreso de los estudiantes. Mantener una estricta confidencialidad respecto a los nombres y resultados de los alumnos. Sostenerse a los más altos estándares de conducta colegial y profesional con todos los miembros de la comunidad de The Chicago School. Posiciones Calificaciones Una maestría en inglés o un campo similar con experiencia enseñando escritura y/o edición (o preparación equivalente) es preferible Individuos con una licenciatura y experiencia relevante también se alientan para aplicar. Los solicitantes deben tener un profundo conocimiento de gramática y ortografía inglesa y una familiaridad laboral con el estilo de escritura APA. Se requieren excelentes habilidades organizativas, orientadas al detalle e intercomunicativo. También se requiere que los candidatos puedan trabajar independientemente por correo electrónico, conferencias informáticas. Para obtener más información sobre nuestros beneficios competitivos y recompensas adicionales, incluidas generosas vacaciones pagadas, seguro médico y dental, seguro de vida e incapacidad, plan de jubilación con contribución del empleador, múltiples cuentas flexibles de gasto, reembolso de las matrículas, haga clic en el siguiente enlace. https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/carrier-opportunities/ The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Summary
A Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing student dissertations to ensure that documents adhere to standard grammar and punctuation rules and the formatting requirements developed by both The Chicago School and The American Psychological Association Publication Manual.
Principal Duties
Dissertation Copy Editing
Accurately read student dissertations for logic and consistency promptly.
Identify and correct grammar, spelling, syntax, format, style, and punctuation errors.
Provide work samples that will assist students with formatting and style.
Provide students with feedback about APA style and the requirements of The Chicago School.
Assist students with formatting margins, pagination, citations, layout, tables, figures, and appendices so that they adhere to all dissertation guidelines established by The Chicago School.
Ensure that all references are correctly formatted and that they have been correctly and consistently cited in the dissertation.
Confer with students on what tasks they must perform to complete their dissertations.
Answer student questions about copy editing, referencing and citations, formatting, and completing dissertation copy editing promptly.
Assist students with printing a high-quality, ready-to-bind dissertation.
Maintain accurate and complete student drafts, process, and progress records.
Other
Retain all copies of student drafts, records, and correspondence until The Chicago School has approved the student’s dissertation.
Maintain accurate and complete billing records.
Respond to emails within 24 hours.
Communicate as needed with the Manuscript Preparation Office Manager regarding student progress.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student names and results.
Uphold the highest standards of collegial and professional conduct with all The Chicago School community members.
Position Qualifications
A Master's degree in English or a similar field with experience teaching writing and/or editing (or the equivalent preparation) is preferred. Individuals with a BA and relevant experience are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of English grammar and spelling and a working familiarity with the APA writing style.
Excellent organizational, detail-oriented, and communication skills are required. Applicants must also be able to work independently by email, phone, and video conference.
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required.
The Chicago School has received national recognition for its institutional commitment to diversity and intercultural education. Ideal candidates will demonstrate an appreciation, enthusiasm, and commitment to diversity in all endeavors. Applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $$40-$45 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: A Master's degree in English or a similar field with experience teaching writing and/or editing (or the equivalent preparation) is preferred . Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required . The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
En Español: Una redactora de copias es responsable de editar las tesis del estudiante para garantizar que los documentos se adhieran a reglas gramaticales y puntuaciones estándar y a los requisitos de formato desarrollados tanto por The Chicago School como por el Manual de Publicación de la Asociación Americana de Psicología. Principales deberes Edición de Dissertación copia Lee con precisión las dissertaciones de estudiantes para obtener lógica y consistencia rápidamente. Identifique y corrija errores de gramática, ortografía, sintaxis, formato, estilo y pontuación. Proporcione muestras de trabajo que ayuden a los estudiantes con el formato y estilo. Provee comentarios sobre el estilo APA y los requerimientos de La Escuela de Chicago. Asiste a los alumnos con margenos de formato, paginado, citas, diseño, tablas, figuras y apéndices para que cumplan con todas las directrices de disertación establecidas por La escuela de Chicago . Disertación. Mantener registros de facturación exactos y completos. Responder a los correos electrónicos dentro de las 24 horas. Comunicarse según sea necesario con el Gerente de la Oficina de Preparación del Manuscrito sobre el progreso de los estudiantes. Mantener una estricta confidencialidad respecto a los nombres y resultados de los alumnos. Sostenerse a los más altos estándares de conducta colegial y profesional con todos los miembros de la comunidad de The Chicago School. Posiciones Calificaciones Una maestría en inglés o un campo similar con experiencia enseñando escritura y/o edición (o preparación equivalente) es preferible Individuos con una licenciatura y experiencia relevante también se alientan para aplicar. Los solicitantes deben tener un profundo conocimiento de gramática y ortografía inglesa y una familiaridad laboral con el estilo de escritura APA. Se requieren excelentes habilidades organizativas, orientadas al detalle e intercomunicativo. También se requiere que los candidatos puedan trabajar independientemente por correo electrónico, conferencias informáticas. Para obtener más información sobre nuestros beneficios competitivos y recompensas adicionales, incluidas generosas vacaciones pagadas, seguro médico y dental, seguro de vida e incapacidad, plan de jubilación con contribución del empleador, múltiples cuentas flexibles de gasto, reembolso de las matrículas, haga clic en el siguiente enlace. https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/carrier-opportunities/ The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.