Editorial Assistant

The editorial assistant will provide support for the editorial department at LSU Press.
 

Job Responsibilities:

Prepare and format manuscripts for electronic editing, using Editor’s Toolkit or other applicable programs. Clean and format indexes. Perform final cleanup of edited MSS. 70%

Assist editorial staff in checking proof and editing indexes, as assigned. Assist the department in tasks related to manuscript transmittal and production editing as well as other departmental tasks, as assigned. 20%

Serve as the department’s liaison with the Library of Congress cataloging department. Complete cataloging-in-publication applications for books on each seasonal list. Perform editorial work on reprints and new paperbacks, occasionally including copyediting of new material. Other duties as assigned. 10%

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Degree Substitute: LSU is dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individuality. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications as listed but has substantial experience in the key job responsibilities, we encourage them to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Specific Experience

Familiarity with Editor’s Toolkit. Experience with proof processing and other production-editor duties within an academic press setting. 

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire, if needed.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Catherine Kadair at clkadair@lsu.edu