Managing Editor of The Russian Review

$62,000 - $62,000/Yr

University of Kansas - Lawrence, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Lawrence, KS

Educational Services

About the position

The Managing Editor of The Russian Review at the University of Kansas is responsible for overseeing the editing, publication, and operations of the journal, which is a leading publication in Russian and Eurasian studies. This full-time position requires independent management of submissions, preparation of manuscripts for publication, and ensuring timely production of journal issues. The role involves collaboration with authors, the editorial board, and the journal's publisher, while also maintaining the journal's online presence and managing its finances.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manuscripts for publication by undertaking content and mechanical editing of accepted manuscripts.
• Manage the submission of scholarly articles via an online portal, including their distribution to relevant members of the editorial collegium.
• Maintain and update the online portal and submission system as needed, ensuring its ease of use for authors and reviewers.
• Communicate with authors and potential reviewers throughout the submission and review process.
• Solicit and gather external evaluations, in coordination with editorial collegium.
• Work with authors and the journal's publisher to ensure the timely publication of articles and issues.
• Coordinate between authors and the journal publisher's production team as needed during the publication and post-production process.
• Maintain records of the journal's finances and regularly update the Editor regarding journal accounts.
• Track journal statistics in coordination with the publisher and utilize bibliometrics to identify ways to reach new audiences.
• Train and supervise a part-time graduate student editorial assistant who runs a considerable book-review operation.
• Manage the journal's office, ensuring an effective workspace and maintaining necessary supplies.
• Act as the primary journal contact and representative to the publisher's production and management teams in all matters relating to published content.
• Field requests from readers, subscribers, and institutional partners.
• Communicate with the journal's editorial board as needed.
• Maintain and update the journal's website, online resources, and social media accounts.

Requirements

• MA in History, Literature, Political Science, Russian and Eurasian Studies, or a related field, with a focus on Russia and Eurasia.
• High working proficiency in Russian language, as demonstrated by application materials.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in scholarly publishing, including significant experience editing, copyediting, and corresponding with authors and reviewers.
• Work experience requiring excellent organizational and record-keeping skills, as evidenced by application materials.

Nice-to-haves

• PhD in History, Literature, Political Science, Russian and Eurasian Studies, or a related field, with a focus on Russia and Eurasia.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience in scholarly publishing, including significant experience editing, copyediting, and corresponding with authors and reviewers.
• Experience managing and maintaining an online submission portal, as evidenced by application materials.
• Experience in web design and/or digital production, as evidenced by application materials.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive work environment