Student Hourly - Copy Editor for the Druze Studies Journal
Position Overview
The Druze Studies Journal (DSJ) is a new peer-reviewed open-access journal published by the KU Libraries. Dr. Rami Zeedan, the editor-in-chief, is currently working on the first issue and is seeking a graduate student to work as the copyeditor.
Job Description
100% Copyediting of manuscripts for an academic journal. The Druze Studies Journal (DSJ) is a new peer-reviewed open-access journal published by the KU Libraries. Dr. Rami Zeedan, the editor-in-chief, is currently working on the first issue and is seeking a graduate student to work as the copyeditor.
Required Qualifications
- During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments)
- The ideal candidate would be detail-oriented and have a strong grasp of academic writing style.
- Mastery of written English language demonstrated by grades in relevant courses or writing examples.
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest/experience in the Jewish Studies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with the Middle East, Arabic, Islamic Studies, or related fields.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application will include a Cover Letter and a Resume. Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position. Only complete applications will be considered.
Review of applications begins on 4/5/2024 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date on 4/5/2024.
Review of applications begins on 4/5/2024 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date on 4/5/2024.
Contact Information to Applicants
Rami Zeedan rzeedan@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
12.50
Work Schedule
Work schedule will vary between 1 to 20 hours weekly.
Anticipated Start Date
Friday April 5, 2024