Associate Editor, Social Sciences, Choice Reviews - American Library Association (ALA). CHOICE (http://choice360.org),
a publishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries
(ACRL, a division of the American Library Association), and the
publisher of Choice Reviews and ccAdvisor, the premier sources for
reviews of new English-language books and digital resources for academic
libraries, is seeking an associate editor, social sciences.
Reporting to the editorial director, the social
sciences associate editor ensures high-quality monthly review coverage
of the most important new print and digital resources for academic and
scholarly library collections. The associate editor selects
publications and digital resources for review; oversees a pool of expert
reviewers in relevant subject areas (e.g., anthropology, sociology,
history); edits reviews for publication; and prepares/edits special
features, newsletters, and bibliographic essays.
Requirements: Minimum of three years editorial
experience in an academic, consumer, or trade publishing operation.
Broad knowledge of the social sciences and collection-development
practices and trends in academic libraries. MLS and/or library
experience in the social sciences or collection development highly
desirable.
Salary: Negotiable from the low 40s; based on relevant
experience. ALA offers a comprehensive and valuable benefits package
that includes generous paid vacation and retirement annuity.
Location: CHOICE is located in Middletown, CT. No option to work remotely.
Apply online at http://www.ala.org/aboutala/contactus/workatala
including cover letter and resume. (additional documents can be
uploaded on the same screen as the resume); OR, send a cover letter and
resume to: American Library Association, Human Resources, Ref:
socialscieditCHOICE, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611-6763; Fax: (312)
280-5270; Email: mpullen@ala.org.
The American Library Association is an equal opportunity employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.
