Graduate Student Copy Editor

McGill University; United States; Sur place; USD 18 000 - 26 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The McGill University Libraries is seeking a Copyeditor/Proofreader for English and Arabic papers associated with the Abu Dhabi conference proceedings. This student role involves spelling, grammar, formatting, and citation checks under the co-editors’ supervision. Hours: 12–15 per week (max 300 hours overall); duration through December 23, 2026, with potential extension.

Hourly rate is $22.10 CAD. Prior English language proficiency levels are noted; position based on campus in Quebec and

Qualifications

• Check spelling and grammar in English and Arabic.
• Ensure formatting follows author guidelines.
• Verify citations for accuracy and APA style.
• Communicate with the editors during edits.
• Assign titles and subtitles to sections.
• Integrate images and figures within text.

Responsabilités

• Review fourteen papers for language and style.
• Check formatting for guideline compliance.
• Review and correct citations and references.
• Coordinate with editors on edits and revisions.
• Format and align headings, figures, and captions.
• Ensure consistency across English and Arabic sections.

Connaissances

Fluent English & Arabic

Editorial skills

Citations formatting (APA)

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Word & Acrobat proficiency

Formation

High School Diploma

1 Year Related Experience

Outils

Word

Acrobat

Description du poste

• This position is exclusively available to McGill graduate students. *

Hiring Unit: McGill University Libraries Supervisors: Co-editors of the volume, Katherine Hanz, Associate Dean, User Services, and Anaïs Salamon, Head, Islamic Studies Library Hours of work: 12 to 15 hours a week for a max of 300 hours. Duration: unit March 13, 2027 with ^possibility of extension. Hourly Rate: $22.10

Background & Position Summary:

The McGill Libraries are currently working towards the publication of the Fourth Abu Dhabi International Manuscripts Conference held in Abu Dhabi on October 8 and 9, 2025. This conference was co-organized by the McGill Libraries and the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi within the frame of a broader collaboration involving the curation of a manuscript's exhibition entitled Golden Ink displayed in Abu Dhabi in the Fall 2025-Winter 2026 and to be displayed in Montreal in 2028, and the publication of an exhibition catalogue.

For the Proceedings, we are seeking a skilled Copyeditor / Proofreader to review fourteen papers in English and Arabic. Under the direct supervision of the co-editors, the student will be responsible for checking spelling and grammar errors, check formatting for compliance with author’s guidelines, review citations formatting, etc.

Description:

• Check and correct spelling and grammar errors
• Check formatting to ensure it complies with the author’s guidelines
• Check citations to ensure accuracy and consistency with APA
• Communicate with the editor
• Assign titles, subtitles
• Integrate images, figures and illustrations within the text

Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

• High attention to detail
• Fluency and excellent written skills in English and Arabic
• Strong computer/technological skills (Word, Acrobat, etc).
• Strong editorial skills
• Proficiency with citations formatting
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and ability to work independently
• English: spoken, read and written. French: read.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 1 Year Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE B) $22.10

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

12 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-10-21

Position End Date:

2026-12-23

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-06

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.

We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].