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Graduate STEM Technical Editor (Contingent II)

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13.4% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Bowie State University postings stay open a median of 52 days.

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  5. 36.2%30 days
  6. 59.0%60 days
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Bowie State University median: 52 days open

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Job Posting:

JR101459 Graduate STEM Technical Editor (Contingent II) (Open)

Department:

BSU Graduate Resource Center, JM

Position Type:

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date:

01-12-2026

Close Date:

$75,000-$85,000

Job Description:

The Graduate Research Center invites applications for a full-time STEM Graduate Technical Editor position. The successful candidate will work with graduate students to support their development in academic writing. The editor will provide individual feedback and editorial recommendations to support the improvement of technical documents, research papers, articles, and other content related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The role will involve ensuring clarity, accuracy, and coherence in written materials, adhering to specific style guides, and facilitating clear communication of complex technical information. The editor will also work closely with faculty in matters concerning style and format to ensure consistency and quality of written materials to be submitted for courses and publications in print or online. This position is essential for the development, editing, and publication of research documents.

Responsibilities:

  • Duties and responsibilities are, but not limited to –
  • Develop relationships with faculty members and/or program directors to establish ideal approaches to meet students’ writing needs. The editor will serve a diverse community of students, including students not writing in their native language(s), and will assist all students in improving their writing, particularly at the master’s and doctoral level with both qualitative and quantitative research studies.
  • Meeting with graduate administration to ensure writing styles and corrections align with BSU Graduate School writing guidelines.
  • Assure the successful completion of student documents consistent with established guidelines by organizing writing assignments in accordance to set conciseness, style, and terminology.
  • Support the Graduate Resource Center by maintaining a project log of documents, other records, and files as well as working with other staff members as part of a team.
  • Content Review and Editing:Review and edit technical documents for clarity, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to style guidelines. Ensure accuracy and consistency in terminology and data presented. Verify factual information and check for logical flow and coherence in the content.
  • Technical Accuracy:Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure the technical accuracy of content. Cross-reference and validate data, calculations, and experimental results.
  • Formatting and Style:Apply appropriate formatting and style guidelines (e.g., APA, IEEE, Chicago) to documents. Standardize headings, tables, figures, and references according to specific guidelines.
  • Content Development:Assist in the development and structuring of technical content for clarity and readability. Provide constructive feedback to students and faculty to improve their writing skills.
  • Project Management:Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of edited materials. Coordinate with students, faculty, and other stakeholders to meet deadlines.
  • Quality Assurance:Conduct final reviews of documents to ensure they meet quality standards before publication. Implement and maintain best practices for technical editing and documentation.
  • Collaboration:Work closely with interdisciplinary teams including scientists, engineers, and IT professionals. Participate in meetings and discussions to understand project requirements and objectives. Deliver graduate student writing services and resources, including writing workshops, dissertation editing services, etc.
  • Professional Development:Stay current with best practices in graduate education and student services. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions. Network with other professionals in the field to exchange ideas and resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics). Terminal degree (PhD) is preferred.
  • 5 years of experience in a professional position focused on writing, editing, and formatting academic materials.
  • Experience with reference management tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) is a plus.
  • Prior experience in academic editing or publishing is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Terminal degree (PhD).

Conditions of Employment:

  • Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are not required but strongly encouraged for faculty and staff for employment at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change. May require occasional travel for meetings, conferences, or training sessions. Flexible schedule to meet needs of graduate students. This position is grant-funded; continuation of this position is based on grant funding. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a sample of edited academic work.

Additional Job Information:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Strong command of the English language, with excellent grammar and writing skills.
  • Proven experience in technical writing or editing.
  • Familiarity with various style guides (e.g., APA, IEEE, Chicago).
  • Proficient in using editing tools and software (e.g., MS Word, LaTeX, Adobe Acrobat).
  • Strong understanding of academic writing conventions and research methodologies.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work with complex technical information.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Experience with content management systems and document collaboration tools.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and visitors.

Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement

Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.

Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.

The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business.

In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.

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