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Editorial and Production Assistant; Unit Administrator​/Specialist Casual

Job in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08628, USA
Listing for: Rutgers University
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Academic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 USD Hourly USD 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Editorial and Production Assistant (Unit Administrator/Specialist Casual)

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Editorial and Production Assistant (Unit Administrator/Specialist Casual). Posting Number: 25TM0448. Department: FASC - Dean's Office.

Overview

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach.

A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities.

Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic unit at Rutgers-Camden, delivering a wide array of degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels in the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and fine arts. The Faculty of Arts and Sciences includes three schools: the College of Arts and Sciences
, University College
, and the Graduate School
.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with new and incoming essay assignments by:
    • Marking up accepted essays for fact-checking
    • Conducting fact-checking process when necessary
    • Find and obtain images
    • Research and write captions for gallery images
  • Assist with final production process by:
    • Building pages
    • Communicating with authors regarding publication
    • Assist in training Research / Digital Publishing Assistant(s) on page-building process
  • Other administrative duties as needed, such as:
    • Maintaining files for Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia in Dropbox and Box
    • Maintaining Backgrounders
    • Checking broken links
    • Occasional copy-editing of already-published essays for style
  • Fact-checking corrections submitted to the Encyclopedia's inbox
  • Salary Details

    This position is expected to pay a minimum hourly salary of $20 per hour.

    Benefits
    • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
    • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
    • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
    • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
    • Life insurance coverage
    • Employee discount programs
    Qualifications

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's Degree in History or related field, Master's preferred.
    • Ability to conduct historical research and write clearly and effectively
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Suite and Word Press
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
    • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
    Pre-employment Screenings

    All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

    Immunization Requirements

    Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

    Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

    As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:…

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