EDITOR

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Portal; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health New Orleans seeks an individual to provide administrative and technical support for a neuroscience research team. The role includes editing and science writing for the center, covering grants, manuscripts and abstracts, and managing correspondence with constituency groups.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field and at least two years of editing experience; Master’s degree can substitute for two years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or other relevant field.
• At least 2 years of editing experience.
• Editing experience in an academic or scientific journal setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical support for a research team.
• Edit and write for the center, including grants, manuscripts and abstracts.
• Manage correspondence to constituency groups.

Skills

Editing experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree substitution for experience

Job description

Under the direction of the Director of the Neuroscience Center, the incumbent in this position will provide administrative and technical support for a research team consisting of senior research faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and support personnel. They are responsible for editing and science writing for the center, including grants, manuscripts and abstracts. Additional responsibilities include the management of correspondence to constituency groups.

Additional Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

Required Education Bachelor's

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s) English, Journalism, Communication or other field

Certifications/Licenses Required

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job 2 years of relevant experience

Indicate the type of experience required to do the job

Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Editing experience; communication or relevant field

Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience

Master's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or other relevant area can substitute for 2 years of relevant experience. Bachelor's degree in another area considered with an additional 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

Preferred Education Bachelor's

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job Writing or editorial experience in an academic setting or for a scientific journal

Posting Number

Posting Number U01432P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 12/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 06/01/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Review Date to Begin

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( [e-mail] ).

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Which of the following best describes your earned degree and work experience or will by start date?
  • A Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communication or other relevant field AND at least two (2) years of relevant or editing experience.
  • A Bachelor's degree in a different area AND at least five (5) years of relevant experience
  • A Master's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or other relevant area
  • None of the above