The Columbia University Libraries seeks a temporary Associate Editor to assist in the editing and preparation of the Selected Papers of John Jay. Reporting to the Director of the Rare Book and Manuscript Library, responsibilities include:

• Researching new documents, creating original transcriptions of texts, and verification (proofreading) of transcriptions of texts against source document for accuracy and formatting.
• Conducting detailed research for annotation (broader subjects as well as identifications and cross references), checking existing annotation for the accuracy of citations (page numbers, volume numbers, etc.), and drafting of annotation and editorial notes.
• Indexing.
• Preparation of manuscripts for publisher.
• May supervise student workers and/or interns.

**This is a full-time temporary position ending on September 30, 2018 with possibility of extension.**

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant

• Bachelor’s Degree and
• at least two years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Additional Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications

Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant

• Knowledge of the American Federal/Early National Period.
• Computer literacy and general office support.
• Effective time and task management skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• MA or PhD. in History or related field preferred. Desired special fields: legal, diplomatic, political, reform movements, New York State, family history.
• Previous scholarly editorial experience, publishing, archival, research, proficiency/familiarity with in XML and TEI standards.

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