Editorial Associate: Biology (US, Remote or Hybrid)

Princeton University Press (PUP) seeks an enthusiastic, inspired, and highly organized professional with at least 1 year of experience in acquisitions editorial to be the Editorial Associate to the Biology Editor.  The Editorial Associate assists the Biology Editor in signing, developing, and publishing distinctive and outstanding books in biology, and serves as an essential liaison between authors and the Press.  

The Editorial Associate will work with the Editorial Director in supporting projects through all stages of the life cycle of the book, from concept through post-publication. In particular, the Editorial Associate will take a leading role in the management of the biology list, including coordination of peer review, preparation of project budgets and descriptions for meetings, contract preparation and tracking, managing a large pipeline of  projects under contract including maintaining data integrity, management of a book series and communication with series editors, support for strategic implementation of E&I goals for the list, transmittal of manuscripts to production, conducting research where necessary, and general communication within the organization and beyond.

This is a full-time position with comprehensive and industry-leading benefits that include a focus on wellness. PUP is a staff choice organization when it comes to work location and flexible scheduling. The Press respects and trusts that staff can determine where and how they best function to perform their role. The selected candidate will be able to choose either 100% remote (within the US), hybrid, or full-time in our Princeton, NJ office.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience in acquisitions editorial within book publishing is required.
• An interest in science is preferred but not required.
• Exposure to tasks unenumerated above. 
• A curiosity for and confidence with scholarly publishing. 
• Strong and versatile communication skills as the role entails in person and in meeting conversation, as well as multi format written communication.  
• Capacity for problem solving.  
• Demonstrable time-management and organizational skills, and appreciation for detail. 
• Confidence with independent work, and as part of a larger collective with common goals. 
• Advocacy skills.  
• Degree from a four-year college or university preferred but not required, or equivalent experience. 
• Computer proficiency, including databases and Microsoft Office.  
• Enthusiasm for collaboration, and commitment to professional codes of conduct; the Press’s may be accessed at https://press.princeton.edu/about/mission-values.
• Travel required, approximately one to four times per year to attend conferences. 
• This requisition is for a position in the US. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the US. PUP will not attempt to obtain employment sponsorship for any applicants.

PUP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our publishing. Individuals who are members of groups underrepresented in academic publishing (which is, according to research by Lee & Low, historically a majority white, straight, cisgender, nondisabled and neurotypical industry) are encouraged to apply. The Press provides a comprehensive and affordable benefits package.

Base Salary: $48,000/year plus extensive benefits package. Starting salary may be negotiable based on relevant skills and prior experience.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should send a cover letter with salary requirements, and a résumé at PUP’s application website.*

*Please include in your cover letter a description of what you are currently reading and what’s on your “to read” list.  Note that the cover letter is valued and reviewed closely as a writing sample.

Due to application volume, only finalists will be contacted.

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