Who We Are
Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people’s shared values and commitment to peace around the world. We know that Peace is Security – it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing and mitigating violent conflict.
We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts around the world. Together we tackle the toughest problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. (To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers.
If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front row seat to the world stage, USIP is the place for you.
ABOUT USIP PRESS
Since its inception in 1991, the United States Institute of Peace Press has published hundreds of influential books, reports, and briefs on the prevention, management, and peaceful resolution of international conflicts. The Press is committed to expanding the reach of the Institute’s work by continuing to publish significant and sustainable publications for practitioners, scholars, diplomats, and students.
JOB BRIEF
The USIP Publication team seeks an Associate Editor (scope of work contractor) to provide editorial project management, copyediting, and proofreading for USIP publications. This position is based in USIP’s Washington, DC headquarters, will work closely with the Publications Managing Editor, and will report directly to the Director of Publications and Outreach.
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This is a scope of work contractor position at the rate of $55/hour.
RESPONSIBILITES
Manuscript and Copyediting
- Complete substantive editing for USIP publications. This includes working with authors to develop or clarify a manuscript’s structural integrity, clarity of argument, strength of policy recommendations and conclusions, stylistic issues, consistency of tone and voice, and economy of language.
- Track and report all stages of editorial development and production for projects in the publications editorial/production report.
Proofreading and Layout
- Proofread formatted manuscripts; consolidate corrections; work with authors to resolve queries.
- Input author and proofreading corrections into proofs using Adobe InDesign.
Communications and Relationship Management
- Serve as liaison between the Publications Department, USIP programmatic teams, and authors regarding all stages of a project’s development, USIP quality guidelines, format specifications, sourcing, illustrative data, and style.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Minimum five years of experience editing and proofreading using the Chicago Manual of Style.
Experience in scholarly publishing is highly preferred, particularly related to international affairs.
Active learner, with interest and ability to quickly learn from teammates and colleagues.
Exceptionally organized and detail oriented, with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, while maintaining high standards of quality and tight editorial and production schedules.
Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Must have keen ability to work well with and coach authors.
A sense of humor and collaborative approach.
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, InCopy, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Professional) and publishing content management systems is highly preferred.
All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:
- Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary requirements.
- Cover letter
- Resume
For questions about this position please email recruitment@usip.org. Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address.
Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.
No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.
USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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