Editor In Chief - 528843

Posted: 13-Mar-26

Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Type: Full-time

Categories: Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 528843

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)

Department/Organization: 219801 - University Press

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary:

The Editor-In-Chief manages all acquisition and editorial functions of The University of Alabama Press. Establishes the UA Press acquisitions programs and list-building strategies in conjunction with the Director. Participates in UA Press-wide goal-setting and the development and implementation of initiatives. Formulates and implements departmental procedures and coordinates of fund-raising for title subsidies. Oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, supervision of department.

Additional Department Summary:

Leads, manages, and participates in all functions of the UAP Acquisitions department, including responsibility for list and series planning and development; planning and budgeting; hiring, training, and managing personnel; formulation and implementation of departmental procedures; and co-ordination of fund-raising for title subsidies. Participates in Press-wide goal-setting and the development and implementation of Press-wide strategies and initiatives.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of editorial experience; OR master's degree and three (3) years of editorial experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in humanities or allied field. Experience in scholarly publishing.