Editorial & Publishing Assistant, Science Nonfiction

Quanta Books; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Books in New York City seeks an Editorial & Publishing Assistant with a strong interest in science and nonfiction publishing to support the Publisher and Senior Editor. The role blends editorial duties with administrative tasks in a collaborative small team.

You'll help with acquisitions research, drafting copy, managing databases, coordinating permissions, and liaising with Farrar, Straus and Giroux, authors, and agents throughout the publication process.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A genuine interest in science and math, popular science books, and nonfiction publishing.
• Familiarity with word processing and project management software (e.g., Asana), as well as comfort with learning new task-related software packages.
• Willingness to take ownership of projects and capacity to work well independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist editors in acquisitions: research book ideas, evaluate proposals, write reader reports, and send rejection letters
• Draft flap copy, title information sheets, catalog/web copy, social media posts, and newsletters
• Create and maintain departmental databases and calendars, and track publication process for approximately 3-5 titles per year
• Prepare transmittal paperwork, including formatting manuscripts, clearing permissions, and working with authors to complete permissions and illustration logs
• Coordinate fact-checking process
• Administrative support: schedule meetings, process expenses and invoices, prepare mailings, plan events, and coordinate travel as needed
• Serve as a primary liaison between Quanta Books and Farrar, Straus and Giroux, and communicate with authors and agents throughout publication process
• Manage social media accounts and website updates
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Asana

MS Word

Job description

Quanta Books in New York City seeks an Editorial & Publishing Assistant with a strong interest in science and nonfiction publishing to support the Publisher and Senior Editor. The role blends editorial duties with administrative tasks in a collaborative small team.

You'll help with acquisitions research, drafting copy, managing databases, coordinating permissions, and liaising with Farrar, Straus and Giroux, authors, and agents throughout the publication process.