Copy Editor/Proofreader position for ‘Language & History’

Language & History, the journal of the Henry Sweet Society for the History of Linguistic Ideas (www.henrysweet.org), invites applications for a Copy Editor/Proofreader.

Responsibilities include:

• Checking articles in the final stages of the publication process to support authors in ensuring that articles follow journal style

• Making stylistic suggestions and correcting typographical errors to improve the readability of text, where appropriate

• Liaising with article authors, the production and typesetting team at Taylor & Francis publishing and the Lead Editor of the journal to meet regular deadlines

This is a volunteer position (requiring up to 2 hours a week on average). The successful candidate can avail of a free annual subscription to the Henry Sweet Society. We are seeking applicants with good organizational skills, an excellent command of written English, a keen eye for detail and an interest in developing their knowledge of academic publishing. Candidates should be comfortable with learning to use an online submission system (training will be provided). A three-year commitment to the Language & History team is desirable.

For more information about the journal, see https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/ylhi20/current.

Applicants should send a CV (max. 2 pages) and brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to the Lead Editor of Language & History, Dr Deborah Hayden (deborah.hayden@mu.ie) by no later than Friday 26 January 2024.