THE OPPORTUNITY
The Copyeditor works with text when it is in final or nearly final form. Specifically responsible for fixing all errors of spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, and word usage while preserving the author’s meaning and voice.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Edit book manuscript (14 chapters) for publication ensuring the text conforms to the style required by the academic publisher (e.g. APA format).
- Read each sentence of manuscript carefully, fix spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, and word usage errors while preserving the meaning and voice of the authors while adhering to publisher standards.
- Suggest revisions or alternative wordings to unclear sentences and ensure content clarity throughout the manuscript.
- Check and edit all charts, tables, and footnotes to conform to the text of the manuscript.
- Check reference section making sure that all references are properly cited in text and included in the reference section.
- Provide written feedback to authors as needed.
- Proofread final manuscript before sending to publisher: cross-check the text to ensure that earlier changes were made correctly, and check design elements such as heading and typeface styles, page numbers, and the like.
- Communicate with the editors on the process.
- Assume additional responsibilities as required.
WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED
- Bachelor’s Degree
- At least 7-9 years of relevant experience.
- Strong communication skills in writing and editing.
- Must have previous experience with copyediting for publishing books and articles (especially in management, would be strongly desirable).
- Strong feedback skills in presenting changes to the authors.
- Time management skills with a clear commitment to meeting project deadlines.
- Ability to understand the content of the manuscript to provide feedback on the meaning and tone of the writing.
- Ability to deal with complexities of the editing task with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
- Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
- Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
- Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK
- This is a part-time temporary position working November 2026-January 2027.
- This position may work remotely.
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $50.00. This position includes paid sick leave where required by law. Eligibility, accrual, and usage will follow applicable state and local regulations.
All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr@babson.edu.
