Assistant Editor

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Inquest , a publication of the Institute to End Mass Incarceration, is an online journal of analysis and opinion that explores the causes and consequences of mass incarceration. Drawing from the best traditions of explanatory writing and in-depth analysis, Inquest illuminates the system of racial and social injustice that is mass incarceration—and provokes rigorous discussion aimed at identifying and exploring new paths toward dismantling it. It is a platform where the voices of those doing the hard thinking and the hard work—the people closest to the problem, including those directly impacted by mass incarceration—come together to engage with each other in a generative exchange aimed at eradicating mass incarceration, root and branch. 

Inquest seeks to hire an Assistant Editor to play an integral role in producing the magazine’s content. 

As an Assistant Editor, you will: 

• Perform a variety of editorial support duties to support Inquest publication. 
• Support proofreading and fact-checking articles, newsletters, and other communications. 
• Assist with structural and line edits of articles under supervision of Inquest managing editor. 
• May propose excerpts from forthcoming books. 
• Other duties and projects as assigned. 

Basic Qualifications:

3 or more years of experience in communications, publishing, or related field. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.  

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

We are looking for people who have: 

• Commitment to the mission, goals, and values of Inquest and the Institute to End Mass Incarceration. 
• Strong copyediting and proofreading skills. 
• Proficiency with Word (particularly its suite of reviewing tools), WordPress, MailChimp, Google Drive and Docs, Excel, Zoom, and Slack. Familiarity with ClickUp a plus. 

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week; Full Time M-F

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity

Other Information:

This is a one-year term appointment with potential for renewal, subject to funding and departmental need.

Institute to End Mass Incarceration encourages applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, ages, abilities, and lived experiences.

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources. 

Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment. 

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 053. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

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