The University Of Chicago
Managing Editor, American Journal of Sociology
The University Of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Managing Editor, American Journal of SociologyLocation: Chicago, IL
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: JR26840
DepartmentPress Journals AJS
About the DepartmentSince its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the University of Chicago Press has embraced as its mission the obligation to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard and to publish serious works that promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life.
Job SummaryThe Managing Editor has responsibility for the operation of the academic journal office of the American Journal of Sociology. Responsible for managing the peer review process according to journal policy and scholarly publishing best practices. Develop and implement guidelines for contributors and reviewers. Responsible for the copy editing, proof checking, and final approval of most of each published issue. Liaise between editors, reviewers, authors, the scholarly community, and the Journals Division staff, on behalf of AJS and the University of Chicago Press (UCP). Contribute to discussions of publishing strategies and editorial initiatives for the journal in cooperation with the UCP publication managers and other UCP staff.
Responsibilities
Manage the operation of the academic journal office of the
American Journal of Sociology.
Oversee the peer review process including developing and implementing editorial and journal policies.
Track progress of manuscripts from submission through peer review to final decision and manage peer review pipeline. Ensure that all manuscripts are delivered on time, within page budget, and meet the standards of the University of Chicago Press.
Work hand-in-hand with Journals editorial in the copyediting of AJS major articles; edit all book reviews and deliver all for proof corrections to Production for typesetter.
Liaise between the Press, Editors, editorial board members, authors, and reviewers. Responsibilities include daily and heavy correspondence with all stakeholders.
Assist the academic editor in annual selection of student editors at University of Chicago Sociology Department and coordinate their financial support with Social Science Dean’s office.
Assist with the nomination and recruitment of AJS consulting editors from US and international institutions.
Liaise with Social Science Division Business Office to administer AJS’s three business accounts.
Prepare monthly and annual reports of journal-wide statistics as needed.
Represent the journal and the Press at academic meetings as needed, including planning and managing AJS national editors’ luncheon as part of or in parallel with annual sociology society meetings.
Supervise AJS staff (two full-time editorial associates) responsible for Editorial Manager data entry and correspondence for manuscripts and for book review.
Works directly with writers, editors, and others involved in projects. Ensures the quality of editorial work of others and advises them on the prioritization of assignments.
Uses best practices and knowledge to write, update, and revise style notes for each assigned journal.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
None required.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree.
Master's degree.
Experience:
At least 5 years’ experience in scholarly journal publishing.
Experience with peer review, publishing ethics, and scholarly communication.
Extensive experience in copy editing scholarly material.
Extensive experience with
Chicago Manual of Style.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of Adobe products, Editorial Manager, or another peer review software is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with research in both quantitative and qualitative treatments of sociological subfields.
Preferred Competencies
Must be a problem solver, deadline-oriented, diplomatic, and comfortable working and communicating with representatives from administrative to executive levels.
Deal with others with tact.
Maintain confidentiality.
Coordinate with others and work in a team.
Copy edit scholarly material quickly and expertly.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative.
Proficient ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Manage stressful situations with ease.
Manage complex projects with a high level of organization, excellent time management, and attention to detail.
Working Conditions
May require some domestic or international travel.
Hybrid work arrangement may be considered.
Application Documents:
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job FamilyCommunications
Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
FLSA StatusExempt
Pay FrequencyMonthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Benefits EligibleYes
Drug Test RequiredNo
Health Screen RequiredNo
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: JR26840
DepartmentPress Journals AJS
About the DepartmentSince its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the University of Chicago Press has embraced as its mission the obligation to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard and to publish serious works that promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life.
Job SummaryThe Managing Editor has responsibility for the operation of the academic journal office of the American Journal of Sociology. Responsible for managing the peer review process according to journal policy and scholarly publishing best practices. Develop and implement guidelines for contributors and reviewers. Responsible for the copy editing, proof checking, and final approval of most of each published issue. Liaise between editors, reviewers, authors, the scholarly community, and the Journals Division staff, on behalf of AJS and the University of Chicago Press (UCP). Contribute to discussions of publishing strategies and editorial initiatives for the journal in cooperation with the UCP publication managers and other UCP staff.
Responsibilities
Manage the operation of the academic journal office of the
American Journal of Sociology.
Oversee the peer review process including developing and implementing editorial and journal policies.
Track progress of manuscripts from submission through peer review to final decision and manage peer review pipeline. Ensure that all manuscripts are delivered on time, within page budget, and meet the standards of the University of Chicago Press.
Work hand-in-hand with Journals editorial in the copyediting of AJS major articles; edit all book reviews and deliver all for proof corrections to Production for typesetter.
Liaise between the Press, Editors, editorial board members, authors, and reviewers. Responsibilities include daily and heavy correspondence with all stakeholders.
Assist the academic editor in annual selection of student editors at University of Chicago Sociology Department and coordinate their financial support with Social Science Dean’s office.
Assist with the nomination and recruitment of AJS consulting editors from US and international institutions.
Liaise with Social Science Division Business Office to administer AJS’s three business accounts.
Prepare monthly and annual reports of journal-wide statistics as needed.
Represent the journal and the Press at academic meetings as needed, including planning and managing AJS national editors’ luncheon as part of or in parallel with annual sociology society meetings.
Supervise AJS staff (two full-time editorial associates) responsible for Editorial Manager data entry and correspondence for manuscripts and for book review.
Works directly with writers, editors, and others involved in projects. Ensures the quality of editorial work of others and advises them on the prioritization of assignments.
Uses best practices and knowledge to write, update, and revise style notes for each assigned journal.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
None required.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree.
Master's degree.
Experience:
At least 5 years’ experience in scholarly journal publishing.
Experience with peer review, publishing ethics, and scholarly communication.
Extensive experience in copy editing scholarly material.
Extensive experience with
Chicago Manual of Style.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of Adobe products, Editorial Manager, or another peer review software is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with research in both quantitative and qualitative treatments of sociological subfields.
Preferred Competencies
Must be a problem solver, deadline-oriented, diplomatic, and comfortable working and communicating with representatives from administrative to executive levels.
Deal with others with tact.
Maintain confidentiality.
Coordinate with others and work in a team.
Copy edit scholarly material quickly and expertly.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative.
Proficient ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Manage stressful situations with ease.
Manage complex projects with a high level of organization, excellent time management, and attention to detail.
Working Conditions
May require some domestic or international travel.
Hybrid work arrangement may be considered.
Application Documents:
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job FamilyCommunications
Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
FLSA StatusExempt
Pay FrequencyMonthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Benefits EligibleYes
Drug Test RequiredNo
Health Screen RequiredNo
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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