28.2006, Jobs: General Linguistics: Assistant Production Editor, Forum for Modern Language Studies journal (Oxford Journals)

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Date: Mon, 01 May 2017 10:52:05
From: Mary Rigby [mary_rigby20 at outlook.com]
Subject: General Linguistics: Assistant Production Editor, Forum for Modern Language Studies journal (Oxford Journals)

University or Organization: Forum for Modern Language Studies journal (Oxford Journals) 
Job Location: , ---------------- (Telecommute)
Job Title: Assistant Production Editor
Job Rank: Assistant Production Editor; Other

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 

Description:

Forum for Modern Language Studies (FMLS), a leading academic journal published
by Oxford University Press, is seeking to appoint an Assistant Production
Editor from 1st July 2017. 

FMLS publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed research in modern languages and
literatures from the Middle Ages to the present-day, including linguistics,
comparative literature, translation studies and film studies. Its main
language areas are Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese,
Russian and Spanish.

The journal wishes to appoint a suitable candidate to the newly created post
of Assistant Production Editor, whose main responsibilities will be:

- Proofreading electronic versions of articles, both before and after
typesetting, often to tight deadlines
- Ensuring consistent application of MHRA style guidelines
- Working in an online environment with other Editorial Board members and OUP
to ensure that the journal meets its publication deadlines
- Assisting with the administration and production of book reviews

Working closely with authors, the journal’s General Editor, Senior Production
Editor, publisher and typesetters, the Assistant Production Editor’s initial
primary role will be to track, correct and coordinate proofs of articles to be
published in General Issues (two per annum, each containing 5–8 articles /
approx. 136pp) from receipt from the typesetters to publication sign-off. S/he
will also advise on the composition of journal issues. A further strand
concerns book reviews. Tasks include logging/collating reviews received,
proofreading, and signing them off for publication.

Good word-processing skills are required, and training in technical aspects of
the role, notably use of electronic proofing tools, will be provided. Training
will be given in the use of OUP’s online article submission/tracking system,
ScholarOne Manuscripts.

The role requires c.100-130 hours’ work/annum. The number of hours/month
varies according to the journal’s copy flow. The appointment will be on a
self-employed basis, initially at an hourly rate of £18.75. There is scope for
the role to develop in terms of no. of hours and level of responsibility and
remuneration involved. 

You will work from home and must have access to a computer, Internet
connection and telephone. You will be expected to attend two expenses-paid
editorial meetings a year in St Andrews (mid-June/ mid-Dec).

Requirements:

Essential  

- A good Honours degree (2:1 or above) in English or Modern Languages
- Excellent command of English grammar, punctuation and spelling
- Keen eye for the details of formatting and style
- Excellent written communication skills
- Ability to schedule and keep track of files
- Expert knowledge of MS Word.

Desirable 
- Higher degree (Master’s or PhD)
- Advanced reading knowledge of one or more modern foreign languages (Arabic,
French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish). 

To apply, please send a CV and a statement (no longer than one side of A4)
outlining your motivation, suitability and qualifications for the post, to Dr
Nicholas Martin, General Editor of FMLS (see application email below).
Applications should arrive no later than Fri 19 May 2017. The selection
process will involve proofreading and editing tests.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in St Andrews or via Skype on Thurs
22 June 2017.

To discuss the role informally and/or request further details, please contact
Dr Mary Rigby, FMLS Production Editor (see contact information below).

Application Deadline: 19-May-2017 

Email Address for Applications: n.c.martin at bham.ac.uk 
Contact Information:
	Dr Mary Rigby 
	Email: mary_rigby20 at outlook.com 

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