Job Posting:
JR101459 Graduate STEM Technical Editor (Contingent II) (Open)
Department:
BSU Graduate Resource Center, JM
Position Type:
Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Open Date:
01-12-2026
Close Date:
$75,000-$85,000
Job Description:
The Graduate Research Center invites applications for a full-time STEM Graduate Technical Editor position. The successful candidate will work with graduate students to support their development in academic writing. The editor will provide individual feedback and editorial recommendations to support the improvement of technical documents, research papers, articles, and other content related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The role will involve ensuring clarity, accuracy, and coherence in written materials, adhering to specific style guides, and facilitating clear communication of complex technical information. The editor will also work closely with faculty in matters concerning style and format to ensure consistency and quality of written materials to be submitted for courses and publications in print or online. This position is essential for the development, editing, and publication of research documents.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics). Terminal degree (PhD) is preferred.
- 5 years of experience in a professional position focused on writing, editing, and formatting academic materials.
- Experience with reference management tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) is a plus.
- Prior experience in academic editing or publishing is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Conditions of Employment:
Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are not required but strongly encouraged for faculty and staff for employment at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change.
May require occasional travel for meetings, conferences, or training sessions.
Flexible schedule to meet needs of graduate students.
This position is grant-funded; continuation of this position is based on grant funding.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a sample of edited academic work.
Additional Job Information:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Strong command of the English language, with excellent grammar and writing skills.
- Proven experience in technical writing or editing.
- Familiarity with various style guides (e.g., APA, IEEE, Chicago).
- Proficient in using editing tools and software (e.g., MS Word, LaTeX, Adobe Acrobat).
- Strong understanding of academic writing conventions and research methodologies.
- Attention to detail and ability to work with complex technical information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience with content management systems and document collaboration tools.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and visitors.
Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement
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