About this job
EMS – Press – Publishing House
EMS Press is the publishing house of the European Mathematical Society, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and development of mathematics in Europe. We have a
digital and print portfolio of more than 20 peer-reviewed journals and a growing catalogue of over 200 books. Our editorial mission is to publish high-quality research for both the European
and global mathematics community. We focus on technology-driven solutions for academic publishing, and are committed to delivering fair and sustainable open access.
Production Assistant
We are looking for a well-organised, detail-oriented, and motivated colleague with an interest in mathematics to assist our production team on a part-time basis. The role is an entry-level
position offered for a fixed term of one year (with potential to extend), and would be ideal for a working student or similar candidate. Reporting to the Head of Production and working
closely with the editorial team, you will assist with the timely and quality-driven publication of the EMS Press journals and books online and in print.
Working field:
Role description
This position is an entry-level role and would suit someone keen on developing hands-on experience in a busy academic publishing house.
Core responsibilities include:
Pre-publication screening of journal articles and books in various fields of mathematics
Assistance with publishing articles, journal issues and books, on the publisher’s platform
Data collection and collation for internal and external use
Editorial assistance as required
Experience with reading mathematical texts, basic knowledge of LaTeX
Familiarity with handling data and working with spreadsheets
Teamwork and good communication skills
Comfortable working independently and with video conferencing tools
Based in Germany, Hungary, UK, or Switzerland
Professional communication in English and some German would be an advantage
Willingness to occasionally participate in team meetings in person
What we offer:
What we offer
Part time position (16–20 hours per week)
Employment for one year with immediate start and potential to extend
Gross salary of 13.70 EUR/h
Flexible working hours
Small and dynamic international team
Office at TU Berlin and/or remote work
First-hand experience of the newest international trends in academic publishing
Training and personal development with corporate access to several professional associations
Work with modern tools for publishing and communication
How to apply:
Please send your CV to Ilvy Lützen ( luetzen@ems.press ) before 22 September 2024. Early applications will be prioritised.