What are the responsibilities and job description for the Editor I Job at The University of Texas at Dallas in Richardson position at The University of Texas at Dallas?
The Editor I will be responsible for the review and approval of the dissertations of all doctoral candidates and all master’s students who are required to write a thesis.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will possess the ability to identify corrections needed to comply with the Office of Graduate Education’s guidelines, and provide ongoing communication with students through the completion of the dissertation / thesis approval process. Must be able to work independently and with a team, and meet strict deadlines.
Other job duties include assisting with updating the formatting and submission guides, proposing submission deadline dates each semester, presenting formatting workshops, researching, planning, programming, advising, and instructing, to support graduate students’ writing goals and to promote their proficiency in the style and genre conventions of academic writing. The Editor I will also provide one-to-one consultations to address graduate students’ individual writing concerns, develop and deliver original programming to address significant aspects of academic writing in group settings, collect attendance data, and develop assessment tools to evaluate programming.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
Remote Work Notice
A hybrid remote work schedule may be available. Employees must be located within the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and / or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required upon employment, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be canceled at any time.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including :
- Tuition
- Internal Training
- Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- Retirement Plan Options
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities , including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
About Us
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs.
Special Instructions Summary
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability / veterans.
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