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Colorado Psychiatric

Summary Supports the manuscript submission activities of two journals to ensure compliance with all required submission elements. Assist authors with submission issues as needed. Project Management ...

ISHE

Summary Supports the manuscript submission activities of two journals to ensure compliance with all required submission elements. Assist authors with submission issues as needed. Project Management ...

Harvard University

Assistant Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

The Assistant Editor supports all phases of the editorial process, including coordinating peer ... Assists acquisitions editors with preparation of manuscript considerations packets for the ...

Harvard University

Assistant Editor

Cambridge, MA

The Assistant Editor supports all phases of the editorial process, including coordinating peer ... Assists acquisitions editors with preparation of manuscript considerations packets for the ...

American

Part-Time Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Finally, to the extent the position allows, the job will also entail drafting a manuscript based on ... The employee will assist in designing the data analysis methodology and will deploy the methodology ...

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Manuscript Development Assistant

New York, NY • Hybrid

Clarity Recruiting
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$20 - $27.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Description Our client, a prominent philanthropic organization, is seeking a Manuscript Development Assistant to support a Senior Manager on a special project. This part-time role will provide hands-on editorial and administrative support throughout the manuscript development process, helping organize and refine content, coordinate revisions, and prepare materials for review or publication. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and editor with strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and experience working with complex written materials.

A background in publishing, journalism, law, or a similarly writing-intensive environment would be particularly relevant. Key Responsibilities Assist with structuring, organizing, and refining manuscript content at the direction of the author. Edit and proofread for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, consistency, and formatting.

Conduct fact-checking and organize reference materials, citations, and supporting documentation. Coordinate revisions between the author and editorial consultant. Manage edits, version control, project timelines, and deadlines.

Prepare manuscripts according to applicable editorial or publishing guidelines. Proofread final drafts prior to review or publication. Provide administrative and project support throughout the manuscript development process.

Handle manuscript content and related information with discretion and confidentiality. Qualifications Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience in publishing, journalism, law, communications, or another writing-intensive field is a plus. Master's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Publishing, or a related field preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, including Microsoft Word Track Changes. Familiarity with APA, MLA, Chicago, or other manuscript formatting guidelines preferred. Fact-checking experience is a plus.

Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or Monday.com is helpful. Strong judgment and discretion when working with confidential materials. Schedule This is a part-time, temporary hybrid position based in the Rockefeller Center area of New York City

Hours are still being determined, and occasional weekend availability may be needed around project or publication deadlines.

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