Editor III
- Employer
- Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 17, 2022
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Job Details
Job Summary
none
Auto req ID
60663BR
Job Code
CM0157 Editor III
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Business Title
Editor III
Sub-Unit
------------
Salary Grade
057
Time Status
Part-time
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Basic Qualifications
Graduate degree in Asian Studies or related field. Working knowledge of Chinese/Japanese/ Korean, spoken and written. 5+ years related experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Excellent editing and proofreading skills, familiarity with basic editorial principles and scholarly conventions, and general knowledge of publishing procedures such as basic design, typesetting, stages of proofs, and printing. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks based on changing schedules and needs, and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, experience managing freelancers, and working with authors. Knowledge of Asian-language fonts and electronic editing in Microsoft Word. Facility with Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop, or comparable software.
Additional Information
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter.
All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Department
Asia Center
Pre-Employment Screening
Education, Identity
Schedule
This is a part time, 17.5 hour per week position.
Job Function
Communications
Position Description
Reporting to the Publications Director of the Asia Center’s Publications Program, the Japan & Korea Editor will manage editing, design, typesetting, and production from the manuscript stage through bound books. Responsible for all aspects of the publication of 3-4 books a year and serves as the principal contact with the authors of these books throughout the production process. Writes catalog and other advertising copy for these books. Copyedits approximately 1-2 titles a year for organization, substance, accuracy, and style. Responsible for maintaining a pool of free-lance editors, proofreaders, graphic artists, and indexers adequate to the press's needs. Working with the director, coordinates the peer review process for Japan and Korea-related manuscripts. Assists the director with tasks related to the publication of new books, paperbacks, translations, and reprints. Handles relations with printers and other vendors and with Harvard University Press, and other related tasks as necessary
School/Unit
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Certificates and Licenses
none
Physical Requirements
none
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
none
Auto req ID
60663BR
Job Code
CM0157 Editor III
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Business Title
Editor III
Sub-Unit
------------
Salary Grade
057
Time Status
Part-time
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Basic Qualifications
Graduate degree in Asian Studies or related field. Working knowledge of Chinese/Japanese/ Korean, spoken and written. 5+ years related experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Excellent editing and proofreading skills, familiarity with basic editorial principles and scholarly conventions, and general knowledge of publishing procedures such as basic design, typesetting, stages of proofs, and printing. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks based on changing schedules and needs, and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, experience managing freelancers, and working with authors. Knowledge of Asian-language fonts and electronic editing in Microsoft Word. Facility with Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop, or comparable software.
Additional Information
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter.
All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Department
Asia Center
Pre-Employment Screening
Education, Identity
Schedule
This is a part time, 17.5 hour per week position.
Job Function
Communications
Position Description
Reporting to the Publications Director of the Asia Center’s Publications Program, the Japan & Korea Editor will manage editing, design, typesetting, and production from the manuscript stage through bound books. Responsible for all aspects of the publication of 3-4 books a year and serves as the principal contact with the authors of these books throughout the production process. Writes catalog and other advertising copy for these books. Copyedits approximately 1-2 titles a year for organization, substance, accuracy, and style. Responsible for maintaining a pool of free-lance editors, proofreaders, graphic artists, and indexers adequate to the press's needs. Working with the director, coordinates the peer review process for Japan and Korea-related manuscripts. Assists the director with tasks related to the publication of new books, paperbacks, translations, and reprints. Handles relations with printers and other vendors and with Harvard University Press, and other related tasks as necessary
School/Unit
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Certificates and Licenses
none
Physical Requirements
none
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Company
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s PhD. programs (the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872). The 40 academic departments and more than 30 centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.
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