ThesisDissertation Editor

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled editor to provide editorial support for graduate-level theses and dissertations. The selected candidate will review and edit documents to ensure clarity organization grammatical accuracy formatting consistency and adherence to university guidelines and academic position operates on an as-needed basis. Weekly hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the volume and scope of thesis and dissertation editing requests.

• This position is telework-eligible within the state of Utah.
• ACA variable-hour position
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. U.S. work authorization is required for the duration of employment.

• Formatting in relation to the School of Graduate Studies publication guide.
• APA formatting.
• Provide feedback about formatting that might clarify the structure of the document.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex information.

• Exceptional attention to detail including strong command of grammar punctuation syntax and formatting standards.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Ability to prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing timelines or project demands.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word including Track Changes Styles and advanced formatting tools.

• Professionalism in working with graduate students and faculty including discretion and confidentiality in handling academic work.

• Commitment to accuracy quality and maintaining high academic standards.

• Ability to collaborate effectively while also functioning autonomously in a remote work environment.

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Along with the online application please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
• Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application. Please address which geographical location in which you reside.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is committed to inclusive excellence in research teaching and service activities across a wide array of education and human service fields. The college is home to eight academic departments with approximately 200 faculty who are engaged in innovative research and high-quality graduate and undergraduate education. The colleges programs and outreach missions are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers including the Alzheimers Disease and Dementia Research Center Center for the School of the Future Institute for Disability Research Policy & Practice National Center for Hearing Assessment & Management and the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. Faculty students and staff within the college also engage with a broad range of community partners to both provide opportunities for community-engaged research and learning and enhance the quality of education and human service programs throughout the state of Utah.

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies is in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. Departmental degrees offered include:

• BS/BA: Human Development and Family Studies;
• MS: Human Development and Family Studies
• MMFT: Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (non-thesis degree)
• MRFT: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy
• MHDFS: Master of Human Development and Family Studies (non-thesis degree);
• PhD in Human Development and Family Studies.
• A Early Childhood Certificate.
• A Gerontology Certificate.

The department has 22 faculty members over 300 undergraduate majors and 48 graduate students.

The department is committed to optimizing the lives of individuals families and communities through excellence in research teaching and extension. Our nationally recognized faculty lead research instructional and outreach efforts in the areas of marriage and family relations human development from infancy to later life early childhood education and marriage and family therapy. Units within the department include the Adele and Dale Young Child Development Laboratory which provides service for children and families research and training pre-professionals; the Dolores Doré Eccles Center for Early Care and Education provides high quality day care services and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children; the Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic (MFT) provides therapy services to individuals couples and families; and Housing and Financial Counseling (HFC) services which provides programs for first time home buyers reverse mortgages and debt management. The department is a proud partner of Cooperative Extension at Utah State University. Our faculty provide a variety of evidence-based family life education programs across the state. Signature program areas include healthy relationships and parenting.

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

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