Cornell University
Acquisitions Assistant for Cornell University Press
This job is now closed
Job Description
- Req#: WDR-00040470
Industry: Publishing Company in the Academic and Trade Books space
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive pay rate and hourly pay range
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a distinguished publisher of academic and trade books
- Chance to contribute to the publication of 40-50 books per year
- Hybrid work arrangement, with the option to work remotely
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide administrative support to up to three acquisitions editors
- Assist with the peer review process, including contacting potential peer reviewers and tracking reviews
- Create and maintain title records in the database
- Prepare materials for decision-to-publish meetings
- Format and prepare manuscripts for editing and production
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and relationship-building abilities
- Basic research familiarity
- Proficiency in MS Office
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Knowledge of the academic environment
- Familiarity with databases, particularly FileMaker
#Publishing #AcademicBooks #AdministrativeSupport #PeerReview #Communication
We prioritize respecting candidate privacy and championing equal-opportunity employment. Central to our mission is partnering only with companies that echo this commitment. We strive to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. Should you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately.
Talentify isn't the EOR for this position. Instead, our role in this specific opportunity is to link outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer.About the company
Cornell University is a private Ivy League and statutory land-grant research university, based in Ithaca, New York.
Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.
An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report. NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.