Assistant Editor

Assistant Editor
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Editor at its Detroit campus location.

Essential functions (job duties):
POSITIONPURPOSE

Provide editorial assistance in the development and processing of manuscripts to ensure timely and quality publication of books.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assist in all facets of manuscript development. Assist in reviewing unsolicited manuscripts and proposals, securing appropriate and qualified reviewers, and preparing materials for editorial board review. Maintain and monitor manuscript review and publication schedules.

Assist in all facets of editorial work. Assist in editing book manuscripts; identifying and overseeing freelancers, electronic coding and manuscript clean up, and interfacing with authors, contributors and editors.

Provide assistance in screening and selecting book proposals and manuscripts; verify writing competence; update department databases. Assist in developing materials for publications; maintain and monitor manuscript editing and copyediting schedules.

Prepare correspondence, transmittals and communications; assist in coordinating projects; perform miscellaneous administrative support functions.

Perform related work as assigned.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Some knowledge and experience with computer software applications for publications or other communications, e.g., FileMaker Pro, Word, Excel, etc.

Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments to meet established deadlines.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships between external and internal contributors.

Some knowledge and experience in writing, editing and proofreading preferred.

Some understanding of scholarly book publications preferred.

Some experience in manuscript editing preferred.

Employment type

Regular Employee

Job type: Full Time

Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information

Compensation type: Annual Salary

Hourly rate:

Salary minimum: TBD

Salary hire maximum: TBD

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