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University of Rochester Project Assistant III in Rochester, New York
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Often in a short term (< 6 months) capacity, provide project support and guidance to cross-functional teams.
JOB DESCRIPTION COPY EDITOR:
This position primarily involves copy editing a book on grammar and writing. Formatting work will also be involved when the text is moved from google to Word. The position requires the student to work independently to review and make critical judgements about language use and to follow up with the supervisor, Deb Rossen-Knill (the author), to offer specific recommendations and, when asked for, explanations for those recommendations. The job requires independent planning because the copy editor will, while working independently, need to be able to estimate the amount of time the work will take and meet deadlines.
JOB REQUIREMENTS COPY EDITOR:
A strong background in writing and editing, sensitivity to sentence-level phenomena is a plus. A strong ability to make independent judgements about textual qualities, as well as an ability to articulate their reasons for their analysis. Strong ability to work collaboratively and consider other perspectives is also important. This position requires advanced experience in that applicants must have had either a course (i.e. 252 principles and practices of copyediting) or prior on-the-job-training in copy editing. This experience must be referenced in the resume and in the cover letter.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required; Or equivalent combination of education and experience
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
How To Apply
All applicants must apply online.
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Pay Range
Pay Range: $16.92 - $23.69 Hourly
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
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