Project Editor, Journals Job at Nebraska in Lincoln

The Project Editor supports the publishing activities of the Journals program of the University of Nebraska Press, producing high-quality electronic and print journals. Key responsibilities include project management, which involves simultaneously managing schedules, budgets, editorial, design and production, printing, and hiring and directing freelance copyeditors for multiple projects; heavy and continuous communication with editors, freelancers, authors, staff, and vendors to ensure successful production of print and electronic publications; and supervising in-house editorial and production staff.

About Us :

The University of Nebraska Press, founded in 1941, is the largest university press between Chicago and California. It publishes scholarly and general-interest books (with more than 5,000 titles in print and an additional 150 new titles released each year) and journals (with more than 30 different journals published each year) in topics ranging from anthropology and literary criticism to history and sports. In addition to the Nebraska imprint, the Press also publishes books under Bison Books, The Backwaters Press, and Potomac Books imprints and publishes the books of The Jewish Publication Society.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we\'re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn\'t just a workplace—it's the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you\'ll enjoy :

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with a university match

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If selected for this position and a verbal offer is accepted, the final written offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the following required pre-employment check(s) :

Campus Label : University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL)

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact : Ember Welsch, ewelsch2@unl.edu

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The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and / or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

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