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Dlapiper

Legal Specialist, Copy Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

Summary The Legal Specialist, Copy Editor, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm ... * Assist in developing and maintaining style guides, editing standards, and narrative best ...

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What is a City Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

They can stretch the budget to make sure every edition has good copy. Qualifications While a degree ... Some city editors might find that a degree in an area such as political science or sociology may ...

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The Elizabeth Hospice

Editor

Deerfield, IL · On-site

... Assist Managers, Test Development with the production of meeting materials. e) Attends and ... copy of written and computerized examinations. 2. Other Duties (5%) a) Understands and adheres to ...

Citrus Health Group, Inc

Medical Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

... layout * Assist in the development and maintenance of style guidelines for client accounts that ... Editor in the Life Sciences (ELS), Certified Medical Publication Professional (ISMPP CMPP) * Strong ...

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Senior Medical Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

... life sciences industry, and is the first - and only - agency network to be part of a fully ... Interface with Creative, Account, Project Management and other teammates to assist in project ...

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Senior Medical Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

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Senior Medical Editor

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Copy Editor

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Chicago, IL • On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Copy edit student dissertations to ensure adherence to grammar, punctuation, formatting, and style guidelines.

  • Identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, syntax, format, style, and punctuation, and ensure references are correctly formatted and cited.

  • Assist students with formatting, referencing, citations, and preparing dissertations for printing, while maintaining accurate records and confidentiality.

Job description

Job Description:
Position 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.
Principle Duties
Dissertation Copy Editing
• Accurately read student dissertations for logic and consistency promptly.
• Identify and correct grammar, spelling, syntax, format, style, and punctuation errors.
• Provide work samples that will assist students with formatting and style.
• Provide students with feedback about APA style and the requirements of The Chicago School.
• 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.
• Ensure that all references are correctly formatted and that they have been correctly and consistently cited in the dissertation.
• Confer with students on what tasks they must perform to complete their dissertations.
• Answer student questions about copy editing, referencing and citations, formatting, and completing dissertation copy editing promptly.
• Assist students with printing a high-quality, ready-to-bind dissertation.
• Maintain accurate and complete student drafts, process, and progress records.
Other
• Retain all copies of student drafts, records, and correspondence until The Chicago School has approved the student's dissertation.
• Maintain accurate and complete billing records.
• Respond to emails within 24 hours.
• Communicate as needed with the Manuscript Preparation Office Manager regarding student progress.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student names and results.
• Uphold the highest standards of collegial and professional conduct with all The Chicago School community members.
Position Qualifications
A Master's degree in English or a similar field with experience teaching writing and/or editing (or the equivalent preparation) is preferred. Individuals with a BA and relevant experience are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of English grammar and spelling and a working familiarity with the APA writing style.
Excellent organizational, detail-oriented, and communication skills are required. Applicants must also be able to work independently by email, phone, and video conference.
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, email, and video conferencing proficiency, are required.
The Chicago School has received national recognition for its institutional commitment to diversity and intercultural education. Ideal candidates will demonstrate an appreciation, enthusiasm, and commitment to diversity in all endeavors. Applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $$40-$45 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.

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