Books Editorial Student Assistant
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 508672 Division/Organization: General Services Department: University Of Wisconsin Press Job Type: UW Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Partially Remote Location: MEMORIAL LIBRARYSalary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $15.00 Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts
Department Overview:
The University of Wisconsin Press is a not-for-profit publisher of books and journals. Since our founding in 1936 and the publication of our first book in 1937, the press has published more than 3,000 titles. We have nearly 1,500 titles currently in print, including books of general interest (biography, fiction, natural history, poetry, photography, fishing, food, travel, etc.), scholarly books (African studies, American studies, anthropology, art, classics, environmental studies, ethnic studies, film, gay & lesbian studies, history, Jewish studies, literary criticism, Slavic studies, etc.), and regional books about Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. The press currently publishes approximately 50-60 books per year and 12 journals, in both print and electronic formats. Our mission embodies the Wisconsin Idea by publishing work of distinction that serves the people of Wisconsin and the world. We strive to provide an environment where students can learn about academic publishing and gain valuable working skills.
Anticipated Start Date:
April/May 2025 Start date is flexible, ideally before spring semester ends, & based on student availability
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Ideal candidate will be interested in staying with the office through at least Spring/Summer 2026.
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Partially Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 12 Maximum: 15
Schedule:
Flexible hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (no weekends or evenings). Schedule can accommodate class schedules and semester breaks/holidays. A short period of in-person training at our office in Memorial Library will be required, followed by virtual or in-person training as needed.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $15.00 Maximum: $15.00
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
• Ability to make a commitment for late spring 2025 to spring/summer 2026 (or beyond).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
• Excellent written English skills and command of Microsoft Word required
Position Summary/Job Duties:
This part-time student position supports the Editorial, Design, and Production Department in functions related to converting unedited manuscripts into finished books.
Physical Demands:
N/A
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: March 03, 2025 09:00 AM Applications close: March 21, 2025 11:55 PM
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