Job Opening: Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute

[Tymish Holowinsky]

EDITOR, Harvard Library of Early Ukrainian Literature, Ukrainian Research 
Institute, Harvard University

The Ukrainian Research Institute at Harvard University is currently 
accepting applications for the full-time position of Editor of the Harvard 
Library of Early Ukrainian Literature series.

DUTIES: Reporting to the Publications Manager, manages and edits the 
Harvard Library of Early Ukrainian Literature, and edits other monograph 
projects as assigned. Works closely with translators, authors, and 
compilers (including many non-native English speakers) to improve clarity 
and prose while remaining true to the original. Performs scholarly editing 
of translations, facsimiles, annotations, introductions, and other 
apparatus, a duty which includes assessing the merits of the author's 
scholarly research, verifying the accuracy of translations, evaluating the 
use of sources, and providing scholarly annotation wherever lacking. 
Performs or oversees production editing, including proofreading, layout, 
and design. Ensures that production timelines are met. Communicates with 
the Editorial Board, which sets editorial priorities and resolves 
conceptual issues. Writes articles for Institute publications as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:  Ph.D. in Slavic and East European languages, literatures, or 
history. Expertise in Ukrainian studies essential. Three years related 
editing experience, preferably handling scholarly monographs. Demonstrated 
scholarly and academic experience. Demonstrated native or near native 
fluency in English. Familiarity with Mac and PC desktop publishing and 
graphics software. Knowledge of Church Slavonic, Ukrainian, Middle 
Ukrainian (Ruthenian), Polish, and Russian required; Latin and Byzantine 
Greek desirable. Strong copyediting and proofing skills in major manuals of 
style, including familiarity with CMS (15th ed.), and strong 
transliteration skills. Proven project management skills and ability to 
meet deadlines. Excellent organizational abilities, interpersonal and 
communications skills. Ability to interact flexibly and openly with a wide 
variety of authors and editors. Willingness to travel to academic 
conferences (about two per year).

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Applications from interested individuals must be 
posted by February 10, 2006 to the Harvard University employment website: 
http://atwork.harvard.edu/employment.  Bring up the job notice “Requisition 
#25375” and use the on-line application feature described there.  

Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

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