Temporary Bremner Editing Center Assistant

University of Kansas

Lawrence (KS)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Kansas invites applications for a 100% Student Editing Assistant in the Bremner Editing Center. You will work one-on-one with student writers, guiding revisions and explaining corrections to improve drafting and comprehension.

Under supervision, you’ll stay available in the editing center when the Coordinator is away and participate in JMC Study Hall sessions to support students, ensuring clear feedback and timely assistance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism or related field.
High level of English proficiency, as evidenced by application materials.
Impeccable grammar, usage, spelling and punctuation as seen in application materials or provided work samples.

Responsibilities

Edit student assignments, noting areas for improvement and explaining corrections and structural issues.
Maintain a presence in the editing center when the Coordinator is unavailable.
Attend JMC Study Hall sessions as scheduled to assist students.

Skills

High level of English proficiency

Impeccable grammar and punctuation

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Students in the School of Journalism visit the Bremner Center for one‑on‑one help with editing their writing, including assignments, cover letters and application essays. They must be finished with a draft before they come in: The help is with revision and editing, not the initial writing process (though there is often lots of discussion about that as well). The assistant will work with student writers step by step through a piece of writing, pointing out what should be changed and explaining changes to correct mistakes and structural issues.

Job Description

100%: Student Editing Assistance

Under the guidance of the Bremner Editing Center Coordinator, the assistant will work individually with student writers editing their assignment, noting areas that need improvement and why, and explaining how to recognize and fix errors and structural problems.

Maintain a presence in the editing center when the Coordinator is unavailable.

Attend JMC Study Hall sessions to assist students, as scheduled between candidate and Coordinator.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism or related field

High level of English proficiency, as evidenced by application materials.

Impeccable grammar, usage, spelling and punctuation as seen in application materials or provided work samples.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Preferred Qualifications