Editor - Department of Neurosurgery

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; Sur place; USD 49 000 - 71 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Résumé du poste

The Department of Neurosurgery at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an editor to support our research team with scientific papers, grants, and publications.

The duties include proofreading, editing, and rewriting various documents and content for publications, ensuring that all documents meet the required format and content standards, as well as evaluating content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to proofread and edit for grammar, style, and consistency.
• Experience evaluating content for clarity and accuracy.
• DevelopStory ideas and prepare copy for publication.
• Coordinate publication production and deadlines.
• May supervise staff and manage budgets.

Responsabilités

• Proofread copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
• Read, evaluate, and edit manuscripts for publication and confer with authors on changes.
• Develop story ideas considering identified target audience.
• Prepare, rewrite, and edit copy to improve readability.
• Oversee publication production, including layout and printing, meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Plan contents of publications per style, policy, and publishing requirements.
• Allocate space for text, photos, and illustrations according to parameters.
• Make manuscript acceptance or revision recommendations to the publisher.
• Arrange for copyright permissions.
• May write text or newsletters and supervise staff.
• May validate and pay invoices and coordinate travel or reimbursements.

Connaissances

Editing

Proofreading

Manuscript editing

Copywriting

Content ideation

Publication management

Social media management

Editorial planning

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Description du poste

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Neurosurgery is currently looking for an editor to support our research team with scientific papers, grants, and publications. The duties include reviewing, editing, and rewriting various documents and content for publications, ensuring that all documents meet the required format and content standards, as well as evaluating content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency. The role will also include assisting with the development of the department newsletter and managing social media accounts specific to the department.

• Proofread copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
• Read, evaluate, and edit manuscripts or other materials submitted for publication, and confer with authors regarding changes in content, style, and organization
• Develop story or content ideas, considering identified target audience
• Prepare, rewrite, and edit copy to improve readability and accessibility (if applicable)
• Oversee publication production, including artwork, layout, typesetting, and printing, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget requirements
• Plan the contents of publications according to the publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements.
• Allocate print space for story text, photos, and illustrations according to space parameters and copy significance
• Make manuscript acceptance or revision recommendations to the publisher
• Arrange for copyright permissions
• May write text, such as stories, articles, editorials, or newsletters
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers
• May validate and pay invoices according to current policies, practices, and procedures.
• May coordinate travel arrangements, process reimbursements, monitor and track expenditures, and place supply orders.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support departmental operations and research objectives.
• Additionally, the candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to perform tasks under general supervision, using available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to their supervisor.
• The candidate will support team decisions and follow through with team responsibilities. They will interpret and communicate information ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution within the working unit, University, and/or external audiences.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $49,188.00 - $71,340.00.

• Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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