Editorial Assistant

Role Description The Editorial Assistant is a full-time volunteer position that supports the editorial process from submission to publication. The Assistant screens submissions, coordinates peer review, tracks manuscripts, and communicates with authors and reviewers. The Assistant manages document versions, formats articles according to journal guidelines, and assists with copyediting and proofreading for clarity, consistency, and style. Daily responsibilities include maintaining editorial calendars, updating content in relevant systems or platforms, and preparing materials for editorial meetings. The role may also include assisting with outreach to schools and student researchers, supporting social or web content related to published work, and helping ensure adherence to ethical and open-access standards. Qualifications Strong editorial skills, including experience supporting editorial workflows and applying style guidelines. Proficiency in text editing and proofreading, with attention to grammar, clarity, and consistency. Effective communication and writing skills to interact with authors, reviewers, and team members and to draft clear, professional correspondence. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain organized records in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Familiarity with academic or scholarly publishing, citation styles, or research processes is preferred. Comfort using common office and collaboration tools (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets, project management or manuscript-tracking systems). Commitment to open-access principles, ethical publishing practices, and supporting diverse student researchers. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as English, Communications, Journalism, Education, or related discipline) or equivalent experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gesri