Editor-Research Publications 3
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
17757 (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)
22424 (NE H NI SEIU 925 Non Supv)
DEFINITION
Evaluate and edit written research materials (articles, monographs, journals, books, reports) for publication; may lead other editors.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions at this level are distinguished by responsibility for evaluating and editing written research materials of above-average complexity or of a highly specialized nature. Works independently under general direction.
TYPICAL WORK
Review and evaluate manuscripts submitted for publication; recommend expert readers and review their reports;
Recruit manuscripts by contacting authors; originate and develop ideas for books, monographs, articles;
Work with authors on development of ideas for books, monographs, articles, and on revisions to improve organization, style, and clarity of material; may recommend illustrative materials;
Edit manuscripts and prepare them for publication;
Read and correct galley proofs as required;
Establish and maintain publication schedules and coordinate these schedules with production personnel to assure conformance with publication specifications;
Recommend design, format, type faces, illustrative materials;
May write original copy for publications;
May plan and maintain budgets;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s Degree in English, journalism, humanities, or related fields; AND two years of editing experience; OR six years of combined college education and editing experience; OR six years of full-time publication and/or editing experience.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
02/07/1973: New Class
12/14/1973: Revise Class
09/16/1976: Revise Class
05/01/2000: New Class
06/01/2005: CSR Class Conversion