Freelance Copy Editor
Job Summary
Job Description
Location
Remote
Salary & Benefits
Competitive
Job Advert Description
Freelance copyeditors
About us:
IOP Publishing is an international scientific publisher through which leading-edge scientific research is distributed worldwide. Focused on making the most of new technologies, we are a world leader in the development of electronic publishing for the scientific community and have offices in Europe, Asia and the US.
About the role:
You will be working across a range of journals in astronomy and astrophysics, the focus being on language editing with application of house style.
About you:
Applicants must have comprehensive experience in copyediting technical material, as well as:
- The ability to work on electronic files on screen
- Experience working with The Chicago Manual of Style
- Proven IT and internet skills
Please only apply if you are currently working as a self-employed freelance editor.
Applicants will be required to undertake an editing test prior to commencing any copyediting work with IOP Publishing.
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected] - it is not necessary to submit an application through the link below for this role.
Please note, this is an ongoing requirement, the opportunity is on a freelance basis, working off-site/from home, and the hours can be variable.