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Associate Editor Philosophy (f/m/d)

Leiden or Berlin | Full-time | as soon as possible

The Associate Editor will assist the Acquisitions Editor for Philosophy and support the publication of books and journals in the Classics & Philosophy publishing department. The Associate
Editor is responsible for the organization and project management of the dynamic and growing Philosophy publishing program and will further support its development. 

• Correspond and maintain excellent working relationships with authors, journal editors, and series editors regarding their projects.
• Maintain publishing schedules for all titles, from pre-production through publication to post-publication.
• Assist Acquisitions Editor and series editors with book proposal and manuscript reviews.
• Develop proficiency and work with various IT systems including Klopotek, Editorial Manager, etc. to enter and maintain project data and schedules.
• Ensure book manuscripts and supporting materials from authors are ready for production.
• Proofread promotion texts and front matters for books, journals, and other publications.
• Provide support to authors, editors, and other stakeholders after publication.
• Coordinate with other team members to provide input for newsletters and social media accounts.

• College degree required, preferably in a related field.
• Excellent written and spoken English; another language in one of the fields within Classics and/or Philosophy is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong inter-personal, cross-cultural, and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of the team as well as independently.
• Previous editorial experience preferred.

• An exciting professional challenge for one of the innovation drivers of the publishing industry
• Family-friendly working time models, flexitime, and flexible home office arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance, alongside a substantial vacation allowance and additional
  special leave days
• Extensive benefits and allowances for a healthy, balanced life
• Development budget and opportunities for training and personal development
• Passionate colleagues in diverse, international teams; joint team events and company parties

At De Gruyter Brill, we are dedicated to diversity, equal opportunity, and building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs. We believe in individual potential, so please apply even if
you don’t meet every requirement—passion and a willingness to learn matter as much as qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

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