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HII Nuclear Inc.

Writer/Editor (CH-TRU)

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

... trade journals. * Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches ... Comprehensive knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques in technical writing and editing ...

BESTstaff, Inc

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Engineering Technician

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Practical experience writing or editing LabVIEW code for data acquisition (DAQ) is preferred ... The Albuquerque Journal through their Reader's Choice Award Program has names BESTstaff as a top ...

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How much do journal editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for journal editor in New Mexico is $30.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.72 and $38.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a journal editor do?

A Journal Editor oversees the publication process of academic or professional journals, ensuring the quality and integrity of published content. They manage peer review, work with authors to refine submissions, and make final publication decisions. Editors also set editorial policies, maintain ethical standards, and collaborate with a board of reviewers and publishers to enhance the journal's reputation and impact.

What are some typical responsibilities a journal editor manages on a daily basis?

As a Journal Editor, your daily tasks often include screening manuscript submissions, assigning suitable peer reviewers, and providing feedback to authors. You'll also track the progress of ongoing submissions, enforce editorial policies, and coordinate the production schedule with publishers. Collaboration is frequent, as you work closely with editorial board members, reviewers, and sometimes authors to resolve disputes or clarify scientific content. The role requires careful attention to detail and strong time management to balance multiple projects at various stages of review and publication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the journal editor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Journal Editor, you need a solid background in writing, critical analysis, and subject mastery, typically supported by an advanced degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with publication management systems such as ScholarOne or Editorial Manager, as well as adherence to industry standards like APA or AMA style guides, is essential. Outstanding communication, organization, and conflict resolution skills enable a Journal Editor to manage peer reviews and coordinate with authors and reviewers effectively. These abilities ensure that published content meets high standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness in the academic or professional field.

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Infographic showing various Journal Editor job openings in New Mexico as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,695 per year, or $30.6 per hour.

Writer/Editor (Environmental Remediation)

HII Nuclear Inc.

Los Alamos, NM • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

While working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

 


  • Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.

  • Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.

  • Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials.

  • Provides specific support to the Regulatory Compliance lead for preparation and technical review of Consent Order deliverables, permit requests and modifications, and other regulatory documents.


Minimum Qualifications: 


  • Comprehensive knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques in technical writing and editing, word processing and document production.

  • Skill and ability to perform highly complex and critical professional tasks and to solve complex problems.

  • Ability to have major impact on organizational success and productivity, with considerable latitude for independent judgment.

  • Ability to communicate effectively at the highest levels.

  • Ability to develop and lead projects, including defining scope, objectives and methods

  • Ability to train and mentor more junior staff.

  • Can be viewed as a capable independent contributor and as competent within the broad discipline.

  • Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job. 


Education and Experience Required:

 

Bachelors' degree in appropriate discipline; however, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable. 

 

The career level of the position will be determined by the years of relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; after a candidate has been chosen.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements (Sedentary Work):

 

Sedentary Work Category – The employee exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch or feel, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

 

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or age.