Swimwear Studies Book Proposal Research Assistant

The New School; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 36 000 - 51 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The New School in New York, NY seeks a Research Assistant to support the development of a scholarly fashion studies book proposal focused on swimwear. You will help synthesize literature, organize theoretical frameworks, and prepare materials for publisher submissions.

Hybrid/Remote work is allowed with occasional on-campus presence. The role carries an hourly rate of $31.37 and requires strong research, writing, and organizational skills to meet project timelines.

Qualificações

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Fashion Studies, Art History, Cultural Studies, Sociology, the Humanities, or closely related field.
• Strong written communication, organizational, analytical, and research skills.
• Familiarity with literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, and scholarly research practices.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize research materials and project documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Review existing annotated bibliographies and research notes to identify, organize, and synthesize key themes relevant to the book project.
• Support refinement of the book’s focus and thematic structure through literature mapping and comparative analysis of existing scholarship.
• Assist with evaluating potential publication formats, including a single-author monograph and edited volume, and support development of corresponding chapter structures.
• Support preparation of the book proposal by organizing theoretical frameworks, research findings, chapter concepts, and related project materials.
• Research publisher requirements and proposal guidelines, including those of Intellect Publishing and other appropriate academic presses.
• Format and organize proposal materials in accordance with publisher submission requirements.
• Depending on the final publication strategy, assist with research and organizational support for a potential special issue or edited-volume pathway.
• Identify and catalogue potential multidisciplinary scholars and contributors whose work addresses relevant gaps in swimwear scholarship.
• Maintain bibliographies, research files, project documentation, and milestone tracking to support the timely development of the project.

Conhecimentos

Written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Literature reviews

Formação académica

Graduate student (Master’s or Ph.D.)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The New School in New York, NY seeks a Research Assistant to support the development of a scholarly fashion studies book proposal focused on swimwear. You will help synthesize literature, organize theoretical frameworks, and prepare materials for publisher submissions.

Hybrid/Remote work is allowed with occasional on-campus presence. The role carries an hourly rate of $31.37 and requires strong research, writing, and organizational skills to meet project timelines.