Guilford Publications (Guilford Press), founded in 1973, is an independent academic/scholarly press located in midtown Manhattan, NYC, near Times Square. We publish acclaimed books and periodicals in the areas of psychology, mental health, wellness, education, social sciences, research methods, geography, and other related fields. We pride ourselves on science-based works, by respected experts, that aim to advance knowledge, support individual and societal well-being, and make a difference in the lives of clinicians, researchers, students, educators, and general readers around the world.

As a company, Guilford is full of people who are passionate about the works we publish and the company’s role as an independent publisher with a long-history of excellence. Guilford offers an ethical and compassionate work environment, where staff members are respected and valued. We build staff skills and as an organization we encourage staff to be open to learning new skills. We strive for a healthy work-life balance, appreciating that our staff have multi-faceted, full lives.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, creed, national origin, marital/partnership status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, arrest or conviction status, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.

Editorial Assistant

Guilford Press has an immediate opening for an Editorial Assistant who will work closely with Guilford’s Senior Acquisitions Editors to develop, transmit, and produce ambitious lists of titles annually.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Acquisitions Editors in the acquisitions and development process: Coordinate informational/onboarding meetings with authors; collaborate with Assistant Editor, Manager of Pre-Production Development and Scheduling, and freelance developmental editors on development and production process; maintain schedules, timelines, and deadlines; facilitate editorial review of sample chapters and timely delivery of final manuscripts from authors; prepare all transmittal-related paperwork and schedule pre-transmittal meetings.
• Obtain reviews of proposals and manuscripts; arrange online discussions and focus groups; synthesize and analyze information; send review/participation requests, follow ups, and payments.
• Maintain accessible systems and reporting methods for tracking all projects, including under contract manuscript schedules, upcoming transmittals, and review projects. Maintain accurate title data in systems.
• Conduct market research as assigned; contribute to marketing memos.
• Generate reports from databases as needed for sales, marketing, and senior management; respond to inquiries from marketing and production; provide status reports to management.
• Provide other administrative assistance as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of one year of relevant experience, preferably in publishing.
• Superior organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize duties with attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and proactively, both internally with colleagues and externally with authors, partners, and customers.
• Strong computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and computer systems as needed.
• Willingness to gain and grow experience and knowledge of scholarly publishing and general publishing processes.
• An interest in the subject areas Guilford publishes is a plus.

Work Arrangements

Guilford Press is a New York City-based company that has embraced hybrid work arrangements. This position is based out of our midtown New York City office. Being available for in-office work on an ongoing, weekly basis is a key component of this position.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000 annually, with a hiring salary dependent on skills and experience. Guilford’s comprehensive benefits package includes eligibility for medical, dental, and vision benefits as of hire; HRA and FSA arrangements; employer-paid disability insurance; 401(k); 401(k) match; annual profit-sharing bonus considerations; commuter pre-tax benefits; and professional development opportunities.

To Apply / Special Instructions

Applicants are strongly encouraged to send a cover letter along with their resume. In that cover letter, please address why you’re interested in working at Guilford and why this position seems a good fit with your background and experience. Your resume and cover letter can be emailed to the attention of Laurie Rosatone at [email protected]. In the email subject line, please include “Editorial Assistant.”