Southern Methodist University · 3 weeks ago
Bridwell Press Managing Editor (HR Title: Project Manager II)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$72K/yr - $72K/yr
2+ years expSouthern Methodist University is a nationally ranked private research university located in Dallas, Texas, seeking a Managing Editor for the Bridwell Press. The role involves overseeing editorial and production workflows, ensuring timely publication of academic works, and serving as a liaison among authors, editors, and institutional partners.
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Responsibilities
Manage and track all editorial and production workflows for multiple concurrent projects
Monitor project timelines and enforce deadlines
Collaborate with authors, editors, and the SMU legal office to oversee contract development and compliance with university and publishing standards
Support and manage the peer review process in collaboration with editorial boards
Facilitate reviewer communications, ensure consistency and transparency, and uphold academic rigor across publications
Coordinate nominations for relevant literary, academic, and design awards
Partner with SMU Libraries’ marketing and communications teams to promote author recognition and institutional visibility
Represent Bridwell Press in meetings, collaborations, and initiatives related to academic publishing
Support the Director’s leadership by maintaining continuity in communication and decision-making across projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
At least two years of project management experience, preferably in publishing or academia
Demonstrated understanding of academic publishing, peer review, and editorial processes
Strong interpersonal, written, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Graduate degree in the humanities or related field
Experience working with editorial boards or academic committees
Familiarity with contract management in publishing or higher education
Experience in marketing or promotional strategy for academic or literary works
Familiarity with Fulcrum or similar publishing software
Benefits
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits.
In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.
Company
Southern Methodist University
SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and research located near the heart of Dallas.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$101.8MKey Investors
Phillips FoundationTexas Workforce CommisionMoody Foundation
2023-06-14Grant· $1.7M
2022-07-07Grant· $0.1M
2019-11-12Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Lisa Nelson
Adjunct Professor
Michael Hites
Chief Information Officer
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