Job Description

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Position Summary

The editorial assistant in the Department of Linguistics performs editorial review and content development. The candidate will report to linguistics professor John Baugh and be responsible for proofreading and copyediting memos, articles, grant applications, and other technical academic writing. They will also create content for outreach, events, communications, and partnerships.

Ideal Candidate Statement

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated writing, editing and copy-editing experience.

Workplace Requirements

Hybrid position: This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $65,000

Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year for year basis may be substituted
2+ years of related experience
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted

Skills

Ability to use different style guides stipulated by publishers or funding agencies
Ability to proof-read and edit on strict deadlines
Demonstrated understanding of the principles, terminology, procedures, and best practices of communications, public relations, and editorial content
Extensive experience in planning and implementing complex publications/editorial projects
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and coordinate materials from multiple resources
Demonstrated ability to edit complex stories for both style and substance
Exceptional attention to detail and thorough command of editorial and proofreading skills
Experience producing highly effective work within the deadline and cost constraints
Extensive experience and understanding of job-required software applications
Demonstrated ability to apply ingenuity and creativity in solving complex problems
Demonstrated ability to apply discretion and judgment in evaluating implications of information release to internal and external audiences

Essential Functions

Reviews contents to be disseminated through websites and print publications
Researches, plans, writes, and edits original / complex publications for style and substance
Develops and publishes sensitive policy statements and publications for internal and / or external audiences
Ensures adherence of editorial content to guidelines
Recommends changes and amendments to communications or publications
Advises and collaborates with faculty on editorial and publication methods
Reviews publication process
Serves as a resource in developing strategies that promote effective delivery of publications / editorials to target audiences
Performs all other duties as assigned

Preferences

Experience working with the following style guides: MLA, Chicago, and APA

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