Editor Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 70043)

Description

Job Description

Department Summary:

UC ANR Publications, the publishing arm of UC ANR, is responsible for the editing and graphic design of peer-reviewed materials produced by UC academics, UCCE personnel, and others. These publications are intended to benefit stakeholders in California's agriculture, natural resources, youth development and community nutrition sectors as well as the wider California population.  Some publications appear in print and online. Many are available under an Open Access license, ensuring that UC research directly supports the communities it serves. Publications include single-page fact sheets, manuals covering all aspects of crop management, the California Master Gardener Handbook, and California Agriculture, the division's flagship journal. 

Position Summary:

The Editor will perform developmental editing of difficult scientific manuscripts; consult with and advise academic authors to ensure clarity and quality of final manuscripts; and uphold high editorial standards.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

The home department for this position is Publishing & Production. While this position normally is based at 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements, for applicants living in the State of California, at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. 

Pay Scale: $64,300/year to $89,300/year

Job Posting Close Date: 
This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 6/21/24.

Key Responsibilities:

55%

Editing:

Under general supervision of the lead editor

 • Assess manuscripts, advise on readiness for editing and editing strategy, develop professional queries for authors

 • Edit complex technical research papers for logic, organization, content development, sensitivity, emphasis, and writing quality

 • Apply departmental style guidelines and uphold high standards for article and publication quality

 • Ensure manuscripts present authors' ideas clearly, precisely, and effectively

30%

Copyediting & Proofreading:

 • Copyedit text and non-text journal and book materials for organization, style, consistency, conciseness, and clarity

 • Verify facts, scientific names, chemical compounds, etc.

 • Check figure sequence, captions, alignment, labels, and consistency with text

 • Check table type, sequence, labels, arithmetic, and consistency with text

10%

Publications Management:

 • Collaborate with authors to identify special editorial needs and address them during editing

 • Monitor project progress and report status to the Lead Editor weekly

 • Balance quality assurance needs against schedules by adjusting production steps

 • Oversee freelance copy editors, proofreaders, and indexers

 • Maintain editing schedules in coordination with the Lead Editor

5%

Additional Responsibilities:

 • Identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement; support new standards and policies

 • Maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion standards in all publications

 • Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Lead Editor and/or Director of Publishing

 • This position will promote the accomplishment of the Division's Affirmative Action goals in all consistent ways with the other responsibilities

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience / training.
• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.
• Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, including Adobe Creative Suite.
• Thorough research and fact verification skills.
• Thorough interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
• Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Thorough attention to detail, project management and organizational skills.
• Skill to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of issues in agriculture, pest management and related fields 

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
• The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.
• As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) brings the power of University of California research and education to all 58 California counties. Through research and extension in agriculture, natural resources, economic growth, nutrition, and youth development, we work to improve the life of every Californian.

Collaborating to solve problems.

Connecting to serve communities.

For over 100 years, our advisors, specialists, faculty and staff have been committed to connecting Californians to their land grant university. We are highly collaborative and mission-driven to promote the health and well-being of people and places across the state. We are also trusted partners with hundreds of community organizations in addressing California's most pressing challenges.

UC ANR is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

This position will promote, in all ways consistent with the other responsibilities of the position, accomplishment of the Affirmative Action goals established by the Division.  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.  Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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Employment applications must be submitted online through our careers site.  Please note, we do not accept resumes or applications by email or on paper.