The Ecological Society of America is seeking a full-time Assistant Editor to help produce Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, a high-ranking monthly journal focusing on ecological and environmental science. Duties include copyediting and proofreading scientific manuscripts, managing the online peer-review system, writing copy and occasional short news stories, conducting cover photo searches, designing covers and in-house advertisements, and running the Frontiers Twitter account. A MasterÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s or BachelorÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s degree in a relevant life science (ecology, environmental science, or conservation biology preferred) is a must, as is 2Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ3 yearsÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm) editorial experience. Design and image editing experience (using Photoshop and InDesign, or similar) a major advantage. Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits (including 100% employer-paid health insurance; paid vacation and sick leave; 10% employer contribution to retirement plan after first 6 months). Possibility of either working in-house at DC headquarters or remote teleworking, for the right candidate (US-based applicants only).
Title: Assistant Editor Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment
Salary range: $45,000Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ$55,000
Classification: Exempt
Description of duties:
Assists the Editor in Chief and Executive Editor in preparing and publishing 10 issues/year of Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Administration of peer-review system:
o Administers the ScholarOne online manuscript submission system (including allocating submissions to Editorial Board members, requesting reviewers, chasing overdue reviews and recommendations)
o Responds to author queries regarding the status of their manuscript, assists users with navigating the system, etc
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Journal production:
o Downloads accepted papers, ensuring that manuscripts are complete
o Copyedits peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed manuscripts
o Prepares photos and figures for transmittal to publisher
o Proofreads PDF proofs of articles and adds author and editorial corrections
o Conducts image searches and designs covers, in-house ads, as well as other materials
o Coordinates with the rest of the Frontiers team regarding all sections of the journal
o Writes news stories and other short texts as required
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Other duties:
o Runs the Frontiers Twitter account
o Assists with preparations for and activities at the ESA Annual Meeting
o Performs additional duties as required
Qualifications and experience:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ A BachelorÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s or MasterÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s degree in a relevant life science subject (ecology, environmental science, or conservation preferred)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Excellent editing skills (at least 2Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ3 yearsÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm) experience)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ An ability to correct author graphics and improve photos (eg cropping, color balance, brightness), along with a flair for designing covers, in-house ads, etc
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, often under deadline
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Detail-oriented and focused
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive), Photoshop, InDesign, etc
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Experience with Twitter and WordPress
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Ability to work as part of a small, close-knit, remote team
HOW TO APPLY
Email cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Sue Silver, at suesilver@esa.org Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ put Ãf¢ÒÂEURÃ’ÂoeAssistant Editor SearchÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â in the subject line.
Deadline for applications: Thursday, April 9, 2020