LINGUIST List 33.3839
Tue Dec 13 2022
Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Acquisitions Editor Linguistics & Communication Studies, Mouton de Gruyter
Editor for this issue: Lauren Perkins <laurenlinguistlist.org>
Date: 08-Dec-2022
From: Vontavia Smith <vontavia.smith
degruyter.com>
Subject: Applied Linguistics: Acquisitions Editor Linguistics & Communication Studies, Mouton de Gruyter, Boston, MA, USA or Remote
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Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Massachusetts, USA (Telecommute)
Web Address:
https://www.degruyter.com/?lang=en Job Title: Acquisitions Editor Linguistics & Communication Studies
Job Rank: Editor; Other
Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics
Description:
As part of the section Humanities & Social Sciences, the editorial department Linguistics / Mouton constantly develops the portfolio of first-class scholarly publications. In your role you will be responsible for the acquisition and conceptualization of new academic book series and the development of our linguistics portfolio, with particular focus on the acquisition of North American authors and editors.
Your Tasks:
- Strategic development of the North American author base in linguistics and related interdisciplinary fields in close coordination with our Editorial Director for Linguistics
- Expansion and fostering of academic networks with authors, editors, societies, and research institutes in North America
- Budget responsibility for project signings and output toward achieving economic objectives
- Representation of the department at international academic conferences
- Close collaboration with our editorial office, marketing, and sales teams
Your Profile:
- At least three years experience in the international academic book publishing industry
- A Master’s degree or PhD in Linguistics or a related subfield of the Social Sciences
- Experience in the acquisition of academic books and related products in North America, ideally in linguistics
- Experience in maintaining an academic network in North America
- Intellectual curiosity with a passion for finding creative solutions towards developing publishing products
We Offer You:
- An exciting professional challenge for one of the innovation drivers of the publishing industry
- Extensive benefits for a healthy, balanced life and work
- Time and space for curiosity, learning and development
- Passionate colleagues in diverse teams
At De Gruyter, we believe in diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities for everyone. It is our shared goal to create a workplace culture centered around inclusion and belonging.
For more information and to apply, please visit the application link below.
Application Deadline: 23-Jan-2023
Web Address for Applications:
https://de-gruyter.onlyfy.jobs/job/02dewvn31tkxs9bhacu8swc6dp03ed4 Contact Information:
HR Manager Vontavia Smith
Email: vontavia.smith
degruyter.com
Phone: 857-303-0165
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