Clemson University Hiring for Acquisitions Editor at Clemson, SC Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

The Acquisitions Editor assists the Director in administering the publishing program of Clemson University Press, functioning as liaison with its overseas partner, Liverpool University Press. Primary responsibilities are to commission new books and help build the Press’s publishing portfolio. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% – Essential – Commission approximately 20 monographs and/or edited collections per year in the following areas: literary modernism, African American literature, Irish literature and culture, literature and the arts, and regional topics. Manage the peer-review process, advise authors/editors on manuscript revisions, and pitch books to the Editorial Advisory Board. Remain current with scholarly trends in the field of literary modernism.

30% – Essential – Ensure that authors and editors adhere to Press procedures and deadlines. Vet illustrative materials for print quality and permissions, advising authors and editors as needed through the permissions process. Prepare all submitted materials for transmission into production.

10% – Essential – Prepare for and represent the Press at conferences and exhibits.

5% – Non-Essential – Assist the Director in long-term planning, budgeting, and financial matters. Responsibilities include: receipting checks; submitting receipts and invoices in Buyways; managing the hiring and payment of freelancers and vendors; other duties as assigned by the Director.

5% – Non-Essential – Supervise graduate assistants and interns with an emphasis on their professional development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education – Bachelor’s Degree – Relevant program experience

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education – Master’s Degree – Field related to the Clemson University publishing program
Education – Doctoral / Professional Degree – Literary Modernism
Experience – 3+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge – Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only – Supervises Student workers only

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input – Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

75% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
25% – Walk or move about
60% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5; Anticipated Hiring Range: $47,100.00 – $52,500.00

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 4, 2023

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email [email protected] upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.