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Reporting to the Publications Director of the Asia Center’s Publications Program, the Japan & Korea Editor will manage editing, design, typesetting, and production from the manuscript stage through bound books. Responsible for all aspects of the publication of 3-4 books a year and serves as the principal contact with the authors of these books throughout the production process. Writes catalog and other advertising copy for these books. Copyedits approximately 1-2 titles a year for organization, substance, accuracy, and style. Responsible for maintaining a pool of free-lance editors, proofreaders, graphic artists, and indexers adequate to the press's needs. Working with the director, coordinates the peer review process for Japan and Korea-related manuscripts. Assists the director with tasks related to the publication of new books, paperbacks, translations, and reprints. Handles relations with printers and other vendors and with Harvard University Press, and other related tasks as necessary

Graduate degree in Asian Studies or related field. Working knowledge of Chinese/Japanese/ Korean, spoken and written. 5+ years related experience.

Excellent editing and proofreading skills, familiarity with basic editorial principles and scholarly conventions, and general knowledge of publishing procedures such as basic design, typesetting, stages of proofs, and printing. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks based on changing schedules and needs, and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, experience managing freelancers, and working with authors. Knowledge of Asian-language fonts and electronic editing in Microsoft Word. Facility with Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop, or comparable software.

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• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.