[Hiring] World Languages Editorial Assistant @Georgetown University

Role Description

The World Languages Editorial Assistant works with the lead editor of Languages and Linguistics at Georgetown University Press to support the publication of world languages textbooks and linguistics titles. This role is a full-time temporary position available August 2026 until February 2027.

This position is a unique opportunity to learn more about book publishing and to gain experience in editorial/acquisitions.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Work closely with lead editor of Languages and Linguistics to project manage a wide variety of projects. Liaise with authors, as needed.
• Manage the peer review process for all languages and linguistics proposals, with potential to work on books in other subject areas.
• Perform some light developmental editing of textbooks, depending on skills and experience.
• Assess and format manuscripts to prepare for publication, including liaising with authors on formatting needs, evaluating art quality and permissions, and review of text permissions needs.
• Assess, QA, and review multimedia files to prepare for publication, as needed. Post and organize webpages, as needed, for additional multimedia resources on WordPress websites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. and a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working in an office required.
• Intermediate proficiency or higher in a language other than English and fluency in English. Preference for Russian or Arabic but will consider other languages.
• Remote position but work hours must be during Eastern Time regular business hours.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in book publishing preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life balance benefits.
• Employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.