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Manhattan, NY · On-site

$22 - $30.25/hr

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$14.75 - $20.25/hr

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Executive Editor, History

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$77K - $110K/yr

Oxford University Press is seeking an exceptional Executive Editor to lead the growth of our acclaimed trade and academic history publishing program. This position offers a rare opportunity to drive ...

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Education Consultant

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A university press is a publishing house associated with a university or academic institution, specializing in scholarly books, journals, and other academic works. Their primary mission is to advance knowledge by publishing research and scholarship in various fields, often focusing on works that contribute to academic discourse rather than commercial profit. University presses uphold rigorous editorial and peer-review standards to ensure the quality and credibility of their publications. They play a critical role in disseminating new research, supporting academic communities, and making scholarship accessible to a wider audience.

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To thrive at a University Press, you generally need strong editorial skills, a background in publishing or English, and familiarity with scholarly communication. Proficiency with publishing software, content management systems, and digital editing tools is often required, along with knowledge of style guides like Chicago or APA. Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing projects and collaborating with authors and academic stakeholders. These skills ensure the production of high-quality scholarly works and the smooth operation of the press in a competitive academic publishing environment.

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Working at a university press often involves juggling multiple projects with tight deadlines, especially when coordinating between authors, editors, and production teams. Navigating the academic peer review process and ensuring high editorial standards can also present challenges. Success in this environment requires strong project management skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Embracing collaboration and being adaptable to shifting priorities can help address these challenges and contribute to the press's overall mission.

What is the difference between University Press vs Academic Publisher?

AspectUniversity PressAcademic Publisher
CredentialsTypically requires a background in publishing, editing, or academiaRequires expertise in scholarly publishing, editing, or subject-specific knowledge
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions or dedicated publishing housesCommercial or academic publishing companies
Industry UsageUsed mainly in universities and scholarly communitiesUsed across academic, scientific, and professional publishing sectors

Both roles involve publishing scholarly works, but University Presses are affiliated with academic institutions and focus on academic and scholarly books. Academic Publishers operate more broadly in the scholarly publishing industry, often serving multiple institutions and markets. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or publishing partner.

What does a university press do?

A university press is responsible for publishing scholarly books, journals, and academic materials that promote research and knowledge dissemination. Employees in this field often handle editing, production, marketing, and distribution, requiring skills in editing, project management, and familiarity with publishing software. The work environment is typically academic and deadline-driven.
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Infographic showing various University Press job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,312 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

ARMY UNIVERSITY PRESS (AUP) PRESS SUPPORT

Leavenworth, KS • On-site

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$14.75 - $19/hr

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Posted 12 days ago

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Position Title: Editor

Classification: Special Qualifications Position (PWS Section 1.11.a)

Contract: Army University Press (AUP) Press Support, TOR 26-C-07 (CAC MA IDIQ Task Order)

Place of Performance: Army University Press offices, Fort Leavenworth, KS (Truesdell Hall, Lewis & Clark, Eisenhower Hall, and other AUP locations), or approved remote work arrangement per COR approval

Work Arrangement: On-site or remote; does not require in-person daily presence in a government facility (PWS 1.5.6)

Reports To: Team Chief / Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

Position Summary

The Editor performs manuscript editing and publication preparation in support of the Army University Press (AUP) publishing mission. This is a Special Qualifications position under the PWS, responsible for editing assigned manuscripts for grammar, style, and tone; editing graphics for publication; obtaining Cataloging-in-Publication (CIP) data for book-length works; and laying out manuscripts for digital and hard-copy print publication.

Required Qualifications (PWS Section 1.11.a)
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English, or an English concentration, required.
  • 5-10 years of experience in manuscript editing and preparing documents for publication.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe InDesign, for laying out the document.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Photoshop, for preparing photos to import into the layout.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Illustrator, for charts and maps (especially those composed in PowerPoint) to import into the layout.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Acrobat Professional, to create PDF versions of manuscripts for distribution and for downloading off the Army University Press website.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Assist the Team Chief with cover design for published manuscripts.
  • Coordinate with COR to receive AUP-required style and document format guidance during initial in-processing.
  • Maintain records of illustration sourcing to ensure all graphics are free of copyright protection.
  • Be prepared to edit two works simultaneously, as required.
  • Deliver completed book projects and edited pages via email or DoD SAFE file transfer to the COR, per the applicable subtask requirements.
Work Environment

This is a non-personal services position. The Contractor furnishes all personnel, equipment, and materials necessary to perform the work, including equipment needed to support remote work when a remote arrangement is approved by the COR (PWS Sections 3.2, 4.1). The position does not require in-person daily presence at a government facility; personnel performing on-site work will be based at Army University Press facilities at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

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