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The University of Chicago

Scientific Writer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

The institute aims to integrate the disciplines of mathematics and biology in order to transform ... Editing the work of others, writers and non-writers. * Interviewing a wide range of subject matter ...

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EDM Opperator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Programming & Editing: Load, review, and edit CNC programs (G-code) at the machine control panel to ... Math Skills: Solid understanding of basic shop math, geometry, and trigonometry. * Attention to ...

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EDM Opperator

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Programming & Editing: Load, review, and edit CNC programs (G-code) at the machine control panel to ... Math Skills: Solid understanding of basic shop math, geometry, and trigonometry. * Attention to ...

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EDM Opperator

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Programming & Editing: Load, review, and edit CNC programs (G-code) at the machine control panel to ... Math Skills: Solid understanding of basic shop math, geometry, and trigonometry. * Attention to ...

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SHSAT Tutor

Wheaton, IL · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of SHSAT English Language Arts including revising and editing and reading comprehension, and Mathematics including word problems, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics.

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SHSAT Tutor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of SHSAT English Language Arts including revising and editing and reading comprehension, and Mathematics including word problems, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics.

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SHSAT Tutor

Lake Forest, IL · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of SHSAT English Language Arts including revising and editing and reading comprehension, and Mathematics including word problems, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics.

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SHSAT Tutor

Naperville, IL · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of SHSAT English Language Arts including revising and editing and reading comprehension, and Mathematics including word problems, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics.

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for math editor in Chicago, IL is $32.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.02 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Math Editor job?

A Math Editor reviews, edits, and ensures the accuracy of mathematical content in textbooks, research papers, educational materials, or digital platforms. They check for clarity, proper notation, and adherence to relevant style guides. Math Editors often work with authors, educators, and publishers to refine complex mathematical concepts for readability and correctness.

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

To thrive as a Math Editor, you should have an advanced understanding of mathematics, exceptional attention to detail, and a background in mathematics, education, or a related field. Familiarity with publishing software such as LaTeX, Adobe InDesign, and digital content management systems is often required, and experience with style guides or editorial standards is beneficial. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills help Math Editors succeed when reviewing complex content and collaborating with authors or educators. These skills are critical for ensuring mathematical accuracy and clarity, maintaining high-quality publications, and meeting tight editorial deadlines.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Math Editor?

As a Math Editor, your daily tasks typically include reviewing and revising mathematical manuscripts, textbooks, or digital content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with editorial standards. You may collaborate with authors, subject matter experts, and other editors to resolve content ambiguities or address errors in calculations and notation. The role often involves formatting equations, checking for logical consistency, and preparing materials for publication. You’ll also stay updated on current trends and educational requirements in mathematics to ensure the content remains relevant and accessible. Effective communication and organizational skills are utilized regularly to balance multiple projects and meet publication deadlines.
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Manuscript Editing Coordinator II (Hybrid)

Manuscript Editing Coordinator II (Hybrid)

American Medical Association

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$74.16K - $98.32K/yr

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Manuscript Operations Specialist II (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), published continuously since 1883, is an international peer-reviewed general medical journal. JAMA is a member of the JAMA Network family of journals, which includes 11 specialty journals and JAMA Network Open. The JAMA Network provides access to the research, reviews, and opinions shaping the future of medicine.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Manuscript Operations Specialist II (Hybrid) on our Scientific Publication team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

This role will review, critique, and process scientific articles edited by freelance manuscript editors.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review scientific manuscripts edited by freelance manuscript editors and evaluate the proficiency of each copyeditor and copyreader.
  • Ensure manuscripts comply with standards for published scientific research.
  • Assist freelance manuscript editors in improving the quality of reporting and ensuring clarity, precision, readability, technical and structural accuracy, and integrity of content.
  • Maintain strict attention to AMA style, editorial policies, and publication deadlines, including new or changed guidance for editors.
  • Follow up on queries and problems noted by copyreaders, proofreaders, and managing editors.
  • Move content through editing and production cleanly and quickly and within deadlines to prepare for publication, updating the content management system at each stage.
  • Alert managing editors to all major editorial problems, including ones that could lead to a change in publication date.
  • Investigate errors in published articles and ensure that the error is corrected.
  • Edits technical medical articles, abstracts, and features (including tables, equations, graphs, and citations) using an XML-based electronic publishing system to improve the quality of reporting and ensure clarity, accuracy, precision, readability, technical and scientific accuracy, and integrity of content while maintaining strict conformity to AMA style, editorial policies, and deadlines. Addresses author questions and resolves conflicts between author requests and editorial policies and technical production capability; understands editorial policies and communicates them correctly to authors.

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Bachelor's degree required, preferably in English, journalism, communications, biological or physical sciences, or mathematics.

  2. Minimum 3 years of related experience as a copyeditor for a medical, scientific, or technical publication.

  3. Must have excellent communication and negotiation skills to interact with freelance copyeditors, copyreaders, authors, and staff to meet editorial and publication deadlines; prior experience preferred.

  4. Familiarity with AMA Manual of Style, electronic editing software, web-based content management systems, and an email-intensive environment is strongly preferred, and experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  5. Demonstrated ability to coordinate, prioritize, review other's work, and remains flexible in a fast-paced, detail- and deadline-oriented unit.

  6. Must be able to work independently and to withstand pressures involved in meeting publication deadlines.

The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.


This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $74,160-$98,318. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.


We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.

THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION

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Founded in 1847, the American Medical Association (AMA) is the largest and only national association that convenes 190+ state and specialty medical societies and other critical stakeholders. Throughout history, the AMA has always followed its mission: to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health. As the physicians’ powerful ally in patient care, the AMA delivers on this mission by representing physicians with a unified voice in courts and legislative bodies across the nation, removing obstacles that interfere with patient care, leading the charge to prevent chronic disease and confront public health crises, and driving the future of medicine to tackle the biggest challenges in health care and training the leaders of tomorrow.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

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Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1847

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