Editorial Associate II

Job description

Department Press Books Acquisitions: Sub E About the Department: The Books Division of the University of Chicago Press has been publishing books for scholars, students, and general readers since 1892. Its mission is to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard, promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life. The Press’s acquisitions editors acquire and develop books that fulfill this mission, working closely with authors, agents, and institutions. Job Summary: This Editorial Associate II (Senior Editorial Associate) supports our Assistant Editorial Director and Executive Editor for Sociology and Education. In this role, the EA collaborates on books in these fields through all stages of the lifecycle of the book. Responsibilities include communicating with authors and peer reviewers, managing the acquisitions pipeline, acting as a liaison with other Press departments, and attending academic conferences. The EA is expected to be organized, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and passionate about books. Responsibilities: Participate in scholarly meetings and assist in presenting information at Press editorial, transmittal, and Board meetings. Ma...