Publications Officer

Job title:

Publications Officer

Company

Ad Warrior

Job description

Publications OfficerLocation: Oxford OX3 0EESalary: £30,490- £37,000 per annumHours: 37.5 hours per weekApplications are invited for the post of a full-time Publications Officer at the Centre. The successful candidate will manage the publication process of the Journal of Islamic Studies (Oxford University Press) published three times a year, the Makers of Islamic Civilization Series, lecture booklets, and all other publications of the Centre.The Role

• Liaising with and advising authors/reviewers/referees routinely; daily correspondence and queries, referee report invitations, managing book reviews, ordering review copies.
• Producing reports and analysing data for regular editorial meetings – routinely updating shared files and digital data.
• Recording, implementing and following up on all Editorial decisions made on article submissions and revisions, commissioned reviews and referee reports.
• Processing and preparing JIS material, from receipt through to formatting and proofing, author corrections, and approving typeset proofs.
• Checking and approving print issue composites.
• Liaise with the JIS Editors, copyeditor and transliterator in preparation of material, process purchase orders for work done.
• Coordinating and commissioning copyediting and transliteration work and tracking and checking copyeditor work on articles and book reviews.
• Coordinating with the production and marketing departments at OUP, including correcting typesetting of print proofs and online issues.
• Liaise with Oxford University Press regarding production schedules, handover of typescripts, and submission of proof corrections.
• Coordinate the production and printing of academic and non-academic publications.
• Correspond with publisher and assist administration of MIC titles.
• Assisting the Series Editor with commissioning and pre-production process of the MIC book series; compiling data, drafting contracts, sending draft manuscripts out for peer review, maintaining author correspondence, and assisting the copyeditor in the preparation of final manuscripts.
• Assist in editing and production process, including the commissioning of free-lance proofreading, typesetting, print and design work.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Religious Studies, English, Communications, or a related discipline
• Attention to detail, proofing, and copy-editing.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, work to deadlines, and maintain quality
• At least 2-3 years of experience in academic publishing, editing, or related roles
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, in person, in writing and on the telephone
• Familiarity with publishing software and content management systems
• Knowledge of copyright laws, data protection regulations, and ethical standards in academic publishing

Benefits

• 35 days leave per annum, including public holidays
• Enrolment into OSPS pension scheme
• Lunches provided during term time (when available)
• Free parking (until available)
• Six-month probationary period

The Centre for is incorporated by Royal Charter and is registered as a charity (number 293072). The Patron of the Centre is HM the King. The Centre was founded in 1985 with the aim of encouraging a better understanding of Islam and contemporary Muslim societies through learning and scholarship. To this end, the Centre supports students and postdoctoral researchers, hosts lectures and seminars, and maintains a well-equipped library.To Apply

Expected salary

£37000 per year

Location

Oxford

Job date

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:38:52 GMT

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