Come Join Our Team! We’re Hiring an Assistant Acquisitions Editor

The University of Illinois Press is seeking a bright, organized, motivated assistant acquisitions editor to join our team.

This person will work closely with the Press’s acquisitions staff in supporting the development and acquisition of a robust list of general interest and scholarly titles in a range of humanities and social science disciplines. They will provide skilled administrative support in managing the cultivation of prospective authors, the development and evaluation of manuscripts, and project management entailed in guiding new book projects through all aspects of the publication process.  The successful candidate will be adept at tracking, prioritizing, and processing multiple time-sensitive projects, working independently, and communicating clearly and diplomatically with authors and colleagues.  They will be proficient in appropriate word processing and database programs. They will be a creative problem solver and open to challenges. The assistant acquisitions editor takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the Press’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Some travel required.

Deadline to apply: 7/22/2019

See the full job posting here:

https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=117057&job=assistant-acquisitions-editor-university-press-117057

 


About Heather Gernenz

University of Illinois Press Publicity Manager