Assistant Managing Editor and Socio-cultural Anthropology/Linguistics Developmental Editor

Department
 

Press Press Journals- Sapiens

About the Department
 

Since its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the University of Chicago Press has embraced as its mission the obligation to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard and to publish serious works that promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life. Through our books and journals, we seek not only to advance scholarly conversation within and across traditional disciplines but, in keeping with the University of Chicago's experimental tradition, to help define new areas of knowledge and intellectual endeavor.

Job Summary
 

The Assistant Managing Editor and Socio-cultural Anthropology/Linguistics Developmental Editor will regularly meet with the editorial team to build a cohesive editorial vision for SAPIENS and to ensure the publication’s editorial systems are effective and efficient. This position will also conduct online or in person workshops for anthropologists on the craft of writing; represent the magazine at conferences and other venues; collaboratively work with editing colleagues within the publication and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists the editor-in-chief in the magazine’s daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Assists the editor-in-chief in managing staff to ensure all team goals are met.
• Reviews and edits developed articles and also copy for social media and promotion. Brings diverse perspectives and experiences to the magazine and team.
• Develops and edits articles on a tight production schedule.
• Translates academic anthropological research for a broad public.
• Guides articles through all production stages.
• Identifies and tactfully solves challenging editorial situations.
• Communicates effectively with authors, editors, and colleagues.
• Solicits and reviews pitches from anthropological researchers and practitioners.
• Collaborates with anthropologists to development articles in a clear, accurate, and compelling style.
• Shepherds articles through the editorial process, working with the editorial team on all aspects of the publication process.
• Liaise with the author on editorial matters in a prompt and professional manner; and assist in any social media and other promotion of articles as requested.
• Designs and maintains editing schedules and manages the proofreading, review, and correction of page proofs and additional proof stages.
• Uses best practices and knowledge to write, update, and revise style notes for each assigned journal.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree.
• PhD in anthropology.

Experience:

• Prior experience in publishing, journalism, or related field.
• Development editing experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Associated Press style, Microsoft Office Suite, Submittable, WordPress, Zoom, Slack, and Google Docs.
• Background in a foreign language, particularly Spanish, strongly preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Skilled at transcultural communication and highlighting underrepresented voices.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.  
• Knowledge of journalism and essay writing practices.
• Familiarity with socio-cultural anthropology and linguistics.
• Work independently and interact confidently but flexibly with authors.
• Work cordially and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.
• Concentrate and attend to a highly detail-oriented task.
• Work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Tact and diplomacy in dealing with authors, editors, and colleagues.
• Take responsibility for meeting deadlines.
• Sound editorial and ethical judgement and discretion.
• Enthusiasm and passion for anthropology.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Communications

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

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