Editorial Assistant

Job Title Editorial Assistant Agency Texas A&M University Department Global Languages and Cultures Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term) Job Description Here’s a Glimpse of the Job: The Department of Global Languages and Cultures is seeking a detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to support the preparation and publication of scholarly materials. Under supervision, the Editorial Assistant provides essential editorial support on a variety of technical tasks related to books, manuscript proposals, and departmental reports. This role plays a key part in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and consistency of written materials prior to publication. Opportunities to Contribute Formatting and editing citations in book manuscript according to Chicago manual of Style. Checking accuracy of citation information in Zotero and book manuscript. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Well-qualified Candidate For This Position Will Also Possess Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs. Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups. Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies. Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning. Ability to facilitate and adapt course and the course content. Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Salary Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience. Why Texas A&M University? Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. The Department of Global Languages and Cultures is at the forefront of university efforts to educate global citizens and future leaders, preparing our students for a globally interconnected future. Faculty boast a broad expertise across a variety of fields within the broader humanistic tradition. We teach and produce scholarship on global cultural issues within the context of linguistic, national, and transnational traditions. We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev