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Temporary Assistant Editor

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Cornell University logoCornell University · Ithaca (main Campus)
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The Office of Alumni Publications is seeking a Temporary Assistant Editor for the Cornellians . All applicants must provide a resume and cover letter for full consideration. Cornellians is a digital publication that keeps readers up to date with Cornell life today; shares stories from the University's rich and compelling history; celebrates its diversity; and showcases the accomplishments of its graduates, faculty, and students. The publication leverages the digital environment through lively prose, imagery, and video, as well as other multimedia and interactive formats. Cornellians is produced by its editorial staff in partnership with the Division of Alumni Affairs and Development and with Cornell Brand Communications within the Division of University Relations. The Temporary Assistant Editor will proofread, name-check, and fact-check every one of the 75+ columns for each bimonthly Class Notes section of Cornellians . If chosen for this role, you will work through columns on your own schedule, within a reasonable timeframe agreed on with the Senior Editor. You must have a good understanding of grammar, gain familiarity with Cornellians ' editorial style, and be a meticulous researcher. Names and facts must be verified using the alumni database, alumni-submitted news forms, and the Internet. The Temporary Assistant Editor will also notify the Senior Editor of any inaccuracies-in the columns or in the database-that come to light from their research. This position is essential to maintaining the accuracy, credibility, and overall quality of Class Notes-which is consistently one of the most-read sections in Cornellians . Because Class Notes includes hundreds of alumni names and self-reported information, it is vital to ensure these details are verified as thoroughly as possible prior to publication. The primary responsibility is name-checking, proofreading, and fact verification for this section. You will help minimize errors, maintain consistency across sections, and uphold the publication's editorial standards and reputation with alumni readers. This temporary position will have a hybrid work schedule with some days in the office and other days remote. The University reserves the right to approve remote work locations. The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00, depending on experience. This position does not support visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. University Job Title: Temporary Administrative Assistant Job Family: Temporary Administration Level: No Grade - Hourly Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: Refer to Posting Language Remote Option Availability: Hybrid Company: Contact Name: Brenda Joly Contact Email: bjd33@cornell.edu Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position Unique applicable skills Academic Discipline To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator . Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement . To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates . Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to Workday using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines : Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu . If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu . Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu . Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an


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