Student Copyeditor presso University of Kansas
University of Kansas · Lawrence, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
- Ufficio in Lawrence
Job Description
70% - Editing and Proofreading
- Perform editing of submitted manuscripts for grammar, clarity, and spelling. Ensure the text is free of errors and flows logically.
- Review and correct citations to ensure they adhere to proper academic style, Chicago Style.
- Communicate with the editor-in-chief regarding editing progress and any issues or questions that arise during the review process.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule
Up to 20 hour per week.
Contact Information to Applicants
Rami Zeedan
[email protected]
[email protected]
Required Qualifications
- The ideal candidate would be detail-oriented and have a strong grasp of academic writing style (preferably Chicago Style) as indicated in application materials.
- Mastery of the written English language demonstrated by grades in relevant courses or writing examples.
Advertised Salary Range
$12.50
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with, or interest in, the Middle East, Arabic culture, Islamic Studies, Religious Studies, or related fields.
Position Overview
We're seeking a Copyeditor for the Druze Studies Journal (DSJ), a peer-reviewed, open-access academic publication. The journal is published by KU Libraries, and this position will support the editor-in-chief, Dr. Rami Zeedan, with the second issue.
Reg/Temp
Temporary
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing your qualifications
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
