Volume Co-editor, Papers Of James Monroe

University of Mary Washington

Fredericksburg, Virginia, US
Range: $65,292; grant funded through july 24, 2,03...
On-site
Expertise in early united states history
Fluency in reading cursive handwriting
Professional experience in historical document editing
The position involves participating in all aspects of the editorial process for the Papers of James Monroe project under the direction of a volume editor

Job Summary

  • The position involves participating in all aspects of the editorial process for the Papers of James Monroe project under the direction of a volume editor.
  • This is a restricted, grant-funded position dedicated to collecting and publishing the correspondence and papers of the fifth president of the United States.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in political, diplomatic, and social history from the time of James Monroe.

Matching Summary

The position involves participating in all aspects of the editorial process for the Papers of James Monroe project under the direction of a volume editor.

Salary

Range: $65,292; Grant funded through July 24, 2030; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expertise in early United States history
  • Fluency in reading cursive handwriting
  • Professional experience in historical document editing

Nice-to-have

  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Curiosity and capacity to learn
  • Ability to work independently and as a team

Key Requirements

  • M.A. or Ph.D. in history, American studies, or political science
  • Institute for the Editing of Historical Documents certification
  • Successful criminal history background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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