Acquisitions Editor
Acquisitions Editor
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Job Summary
The University of Utah Press is seeking candidates interested in a career in scholarly publishing who understand the intricacies of manuscript acquisitions have exceptional language and communication skills and would enjoy a collegial work environment at the University of Utah Press. The Press is located in the Marriott Library at the heart of the U of U campus and publishes up to thirty new titles annually in such varied disciplines as archaeology and anthropology American Indian studies Mormon studies religious studies folklore western and Utah history environmental studies and sustainability natural history nature writing linguistics creative nonfiction and poetry. The work is intellectually stimulating and challenging requires excellent written and verbal communication skills demands the ability to assess manuscripts across a variety of academic disciplines and is rewarding for those who are devoted to the world of print and electronic publishing. This position is currently designed as a hybrid of oncampus and remote work and will be expected to work regularly in the Presss office. Specific telecommuting arrangements will be based on the needs of the position and authorized at the discretion of the supervisor but this position is expected on work on campus three days per week. We seek qualified applicants who bring perspectives and experiences that will enrich and strengthen our organization and enhance our commitment to access and belonging. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including those who may not have followed a traditional educational or professional path. The University will not sponsor a work visa for this position.
Responsibilities
This is a highly responsible and significant Press position that requires knowledge tact and the ability to work autonomously in order to solicit assess and develop manuscript submissions for eventual publication. The successful candidate will attend academic meetings and conferences to seek manuscripts and meet with potential authors; review current literature in appropriate academic fields in order to remain current with those fields and with an eye toward potential projects; cultivate a community of knowledgeable contacts in selected disciplines for purposes of submissions peer reviews and networking; work directly with potential authors; and work with the Press director senior editor and other staff in structuring the Presss publishing program. This position requires familiarity with assigned disciplines the ability to match market needs and assess potential sales; and the ability to develop and deliver an annual minimum of ten to fifteen completed manuscripts within budget and on schedule. The successful candidate will: work closely with the Presss senior editor to create two seasonal catalogs by assigned disciplines. review manuscript submissions for quality of content and style of work and writing assess appropriateness for the Press publication program select appropriate peer reviewers followup with authors to develop revision plans and assess revisions and track schedules. present peerreviewed manuscripts for faculty advisory committee FAC approval. prepare budget documents and obtain subvention or grant monies as necessary. work with outside series editors to acquire manuscripts for two Press series: the University of Utah Anthropological Papers UUAP and Inclusive Anthropologies. oversee the Presss Open Access program including but not limited to choosing and submitting projects to JSTORs Path to Open program on a twiceyearly basis. The successful candidate must be able to work collegially in an academic environment and possess exceptional communications skills and tact.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in history humanities social sciences archaeology or anthropology or interdisciplinary or crossdisciplinary fields related to the Presss publication disciplines plus three years related publishing experience or equivalency required. Demonstrated ability to work independently required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills are requisite. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
The University of Utah Press is seeking candidates interested in a career in scholarly publishing who understand the intricacies of manuscript acquisitions have exceptional language and communication skills and would enjoy a collegial work environment at the University of Utah Press. The Press is located in the Marriott Library at the heart of the U of U campus and publishes up to thirty new titles annually in such varied disciplines as archaeology and anthropology American Indian studies Mormon studies religious studies folklore western and Utah history environmental studies and sustainability natural history nature writing linguistics creative nonfiction and poetry. The work is intellectually stimulating and challenging requires excellent written and verbal communication skills demands the ability to assess manuscripts across a variety of academic disciplines and is rewarding for those who are devoted to the world of print and electronic publishing. This position is currently designed as a hybrid of oncampus and remote work and will be expected to work regularly in the Presss office. Specific telecommuting arrangements will be based on the needs of the position and authorized at the discretion of the supervisor but this position is expected on work on campus three days per week. We seek qualified applicants who bring perspectives and experiences that will enrich and strengthen our organization and enhance our commitment to access and belonging. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including those who may not have followed a traditional educational or professional path. The University will not sponsor a work visa for this position.
Responsibilities
This is a highly responsible and significant Press position that requires knowledge tact and the ability to work autonomously in order to solicit assess and develop manuscript submissions for eventual publication. The successful candidate will attend academic meetings and conferences to seek manuscripts and meet with potential authors; review current literature in appropriate academic fields in order to remain current with those fields and with an eye toward potential projects; cultivate a community of knowledgeable contacts in selected disciplines for purposes of submissions peer reviews and networking; work directly with potential authors; and work with the Press director senior editor and other staff in structuring the Presss publishing program. This position requires familiarity with assigned disciplines the ability to match market needs and assess potential sales; and the ability to develop and deliver an annual minimum of ten to fifteen completed manuscripts within budget and on schedule. The successful candidate will: work closely with the Presss senior editor to create two seasonal catalogs by assigned disciplines. review manuscript submissions for quality of content and style of work and writing assess appropriateness for the Press publication program select appropriate peer reviewers followup with authors to develop revision plans and assess revisions and track schedules. present peerreviewed manuscripts for faculty advisory committee FAC approval. prepare budget documents and obtain subvention or grant monies as necessary. work with outside series editors to acquire manuscripts for two Press series: the University of Utah Anthropological Papers UUAP and Inclusive Anthropologies. oversee the Presss Open Access program including but not limited to choosing and submitting projects to JSTORs Path to Open program on a twiceyearly basis. The successful candidate must be able to work collegially in an academic environment and possess exceptional communications skills and tact.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in history humanities social sciences archaeology or anthropology or interdisciplinary or crossdisciplinary fields related to the Presss publication disciplines plus three years related publishing experience or equivalency required. Demonstrated ability to work independently required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills are requisite. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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