Remote Editorial Assistant — Manuscript Admin (Contract)

Technica Editorial Services; United States; Remote; USD 16,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Technica Editorial Services is seeking a detail-oriented Freelance Editorial Assistant to support manuscript intake and editorial processes. The position is remote, contract-based, and part-time, offering 20–25 hours per week between 9 am and 5 pm EST.

You will help manage submissions, verify metadata, and assist with editing and proofreading as needed. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn about the publication process, adapt to changing tasks, and collaborate with editors and authors to

Qualifications

• Strong editing and proofreading abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in text editing and ensuring consistency across manuscripts.
• Excellent communication with authors, editors, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with manuscript management systems is beneficial.
• Comfort with word processing, shared documents, and project management tools.
• Publish/English related education or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage manuscript submissions and tracking systems.
• Update and maintain manuscript tracking workflows.
• Communicate with authors, editors and stakeholders for smooth workflows.
• Perform preliminary checks on manuscripts and verify file completeness and metadata.
• Prepare documents for editorial review and production.
• Assist with text editing and proofreading as assigned.
• Follow established style and formatting guidelines.
• Resolve basic queries about manuscript status and documentation.

Skills

Editorial skills

Text editing

Proofreading

Communication

Remote work

Manuscript systems

Time management

Education

Publishing/English degree

Job description

Technica Editorial Services is seeking a detail-oriented Freelance Editorial Assistant to support manuscript intake and editorial processes. The position is remote, contract-based, and part-time, offering 20–25 hours per week between 9 am and 5 pm EST.

You will help manage submissions, verify metadata, and assist with editing and proofreading as needed. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn about the publication process, adapt to changing tasks, and collaborate with editors and authors to