The Ecological Society of America is seeking an Editorial Assistant to help produce Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, a high-ranking monthly journal focusing on ecological and environmental science. Duties include: managing the online peer-review system, copyediting and proofreading manuscripts, writing occasional news stories, conducting cover photo searches, running the Frontiers Twitter account, and corresponding with authors, associate editors, and reviewers. A relevant Bachelor’s degree (e.g., in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology) is a must; one to two years’ editorial experience an advantage. Downtown Washington, DC location; competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits. Email cover letter, CV, salary expectations, and contact information for three references to Dr. Sue Silver, at [email protected] – Put “Editorial Assistant Search” in the subject line. Application deadline: Wednesday 25th November 2015.
