Assistant or Associate Project Editor

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Assistant or Associate Project Editor
Department University Press-0933
Requisition Number S_240160
Posting Open Date 02/16/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/26/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Assistant Project Editor: Project edit original manuscripts as assigned each season; maintain project schedules, meet essential deadlines for editorial and production, and ensure quality control over assigned projects. Assist EDP manager with department administrative tasks.
Associate Project Editor: Project edit assigned number of original manuscripts each season; meet essential deadlines for copyediting, production, and final book preparation; maintain book delivery schedules; ensure quality control of assigned projects, including ebooks; assist in setting house style and maintaining style sheets; and other duties as assigned.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Assistant Project Editor: Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or similar field, equivalency considered. One (1) year experience as a copyeditor, project editor, project manager, or equivalent. Thorough knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style handbook. Keen sense of organization. Ability to communicate effectively, especially in writing. Understanding of copyright law. Good attention to detail. Understanding of work-for-hire contracts and permissions processes.
Associate Project Editor: Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or similar field; equivalency considered. 2 years experience as a copyeditor, project editor, project manager, or equivalent. Thorough knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style handbook. Keen sense of organization. Ability to communicate effectively, especially in writing. Understanding of copyright law. Good attention to detail. Understanding of work-for-hire contracts and permissions processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Assistant Project Editor: Experience using Scribe Well-Formed Document Workflow. Familiarity with publishing in ebook platform. Experience in working with databases and running reports.
Associate Project Editor: In-house experience in EDP function of scholarly publishing, including ebook production. Experience using Scribe Well-Formed Document Workflow. Familiarity with publishing in ebook platform. Experience in working with databases and running reports.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $15.00/hr minimum
How to Apply
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Please call Human Resources at 402-472-3101
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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