Editorial Assistant

Job Summary

The Editorial Assistant, under supervision, provides editorial assistance in the completion of technical task involving books, manuscripts, proposals, and reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs typesetting duties, and formats text and tables.
• Edits manuscripts, proposals, papers and reports.
• Sends requests for copyright permission to copyright holders and keeps records of responses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

No prior experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Strong grammar, spelling, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform common office functions.
• Ability to frequently communicate with other individuals within the workplace.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.