Copy Editor

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Chicago, IL, United States
Base: $40-$45; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
On-site
Grammar and punctuation rules
Apa publication manual
Dissertation formatting
A Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing student dissertations to ensure that documents adhere to standard grammar and punctuation rules and the formatting requirements developed by both The Chicago School and The American Psychological Association Publication Manual

Job Summary

  • A Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing student dissertations to ensure that documents adhere to standard grammar and punctuation rules and the formatting requirements developed by both The Chicago School and The American Psychological Association Publication Manual.
  • Assist students with formatting margins, pagination, citations, layout, tables, figures, and appendices so that they adhere to all dissertation guidelines established by The Chicago School.
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required.

Matching Summary

A Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing student dissertations to ensure that documents adhere to standard grammar and punctuation rules and the formatting requirements developed by both The Chicago School and The American Psychological Association Publication Manual.

Salary

Base: $40-$45; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • grammar and punctuation rules
  • APA Publication Manual
  • dissertation formatting
  • MS Word proficiency
  • email and video conferencing

Nice-to-have

  • commitment to diversity
  • collegial and professional conduct

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in English or similar field preferred
  • Experience teaching writing and/or editing
  • BA with relevant experience considered
  • Thorough knowledge of English grammar and spelling
  • Working familiarity with APA writing style
  • Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills
  • Ability to work independently

Work Rights

Not specified

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