UNIVERSITY PRESS - Editorial Assistant

Job Classification

  Student-Regular

Position summary

The editorial assistant will be participating in various stages of book production, assisting with projects such as a study Bible, a theological work on the Adventist understanding of death, a biblical Hebrew textbook, a forthcoming book considering Adventist participation in the military, and/or manuscripts being considered for publication. Applicant must be a qualified, full-time upperclassman (in an area such as English or Theology) or a graduate student at Andrews University.

Qualifications summary

Applicant must have superior written communication skills, with an avid interest in biblical scholarship and book production. This position involves a commitment that must be consistently kept in addition to academic pursuits.

Duties and responsibilities

Assist with the editorial production of books and related publishing tasks

Supervisory responsibilities

N/A

Qualifications

• Avid interest in biblical scholarship and book production


• High level of attention to detail and quality of work


• Superior written communication skills


• Detail-oriented and organized


• Advanced knowledge of the rules of English grammar


• Ability to spend long periods of time on a single task but also regularly switch between multiple projects


• Reliability and dependability in meeting a consistent agreed-upon schedule while classes are in session

Technical competencies

• Experience with track changes in Microsoft Word


• Proficient in the use of Adobe Acrobat

Interpersonal interactions

Must be able to work collegially in an office setting with other immediate associates

Physical demands

None

Work environment

Pleasant, quiet work environment