Editor

For more than 35 years, Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., has been known for its high-quality, objective research to support decisions about our nation's most pressing social policy problems. The firm has conducted some of the most important studies of health care, welfare, education, employment, nutrition, and early childhood policies and programs in the United States. This research, which crisscrosses the human life span from children's health and welfare to long-term care for elderly people, provides a sound foundation for decisions that affect the well-being of Americans.We are currently seeking an experienced Editor to work in our Princeton, NJ location.
Duties Include:
Manages production of complex research reports, proposals, and other print and electronic deliverables for Mathematica.
Handles copy from manuscript to production and distribution on schedule in a fast-paced environment.
Maintains efficient workflow, manages editorial schedule, and interacts with authors and production staff.
Proofreads and copyedits.
Helps ensure that documents are of the highest quality and meet corporate quality standards and client specifications.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Mass Communications, Communications Technology or related field.Minimum of five years’ experience working in a corporate production/publishing environment and three years’ general editorial experience.
Proficiency in proofreading and copyediting.
Solid experience with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience in publishing software a plus.
Excellent communication skills, ability to pay close attention to detail, and simultaneously manage a number of activities in a fast-paced environment.