**Please note that this posting is distinct from the posting for an Assistant Editor posted on Dec. 30. In sum, the Washington Papers is hiring one Assistant Editor and two Research Editors.**

Research Editors, Washington Papers

The Papers of George Washington documentary editing project at the University of Virginia is seeking to hire two full-time Research Editors to work on the Papers of Martha Washington and the Washington Family. Working in conjunction with an Assistant Editor, and under the supervision of the Project Director, the Research Editors will be expected to conduct archival research and travel for the identification and copying of relevant documents, transcribe and correct transcriptions of eighteenth and nineteenth-century manuscripts; research and write annotation, proofread, index and conduct related activities.

Required: a Bachelor’s degree in history or a related field; skills in organization, planning, editing, proofreading, research, and computing; and attention to detail and ability to work with deadlines. At least one year of experience in historical research and editing or a related field is required.

Preferred: a Master’s degree or higher in history or a related field; experience in documentary editing and eighteenth-nineteenth century American history. Experience or interest in the digital humanities, and in the history of women, African Americans, culture, society, and/or economics is preferred.

To apply, please complete a Candidate Profile online through Jobs@UVA (https://jobs.virginia.edu) and electronically attach the following: a current CV, cover letter, writing sample and complete contact information for three professional references by February 28, 2015. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Search on posting number 0615647.

Questions regarding the online application process should be directed to: sld4k@virginia.edu

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.