Copy Editor

The Rockefeller University, a world-renowned center for research and graduate education in the biomedical sciences, seeks a Copy Editor to join Rockefeller University Press. Will learn house copy editing style, trafficking, and proofing for a fast-paced biomedical journal. Responsibilities include on-screen technical editing, some image editing, manuscript and art trafficking from acceptance to publication, daily communication with authors and vendors, documentation, and miscellaneous administrative duties. Bachelor's degree required. Must have excellent knowledge of spelling and grammar, the ability to learn quickly and to handle several tasks at once, and be comfortable working as a team member in an extremely deadline-oriented environment. Must be extremely neat and organized. Strong knowledge of MS Word desirable. Experience with Photoshop and/or InDesign and knowledge of the CSE Manual and/or the Chicago Manual of Style a plus. Cover letter and resume required for additional consideration. We offer an excellent benefits package, tuition reimbursement and a competitive salary. The Rockefeller University is located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, on a 15-acre campus, along the East River ( www.rockefeller.edu/views.php ). The Rockefeller University is an Affirmative Action/VEVRAA/Equal Opportunity Employer.