The University of Virginia seeks applicants for the position of Managing Editor of New Literary History. NLH is a first-tier quarterly journal in literary studies with an institutional and individual subscription base in the thousands and a vital presence on the grounds of the University as a focal point for critical conversations in the humanities. Candidates with a masters or terminal degree may be eligible to teach one course per semester in the Department of English.

The Managing Editor will oversee all aspects of the journal’s operations, financial, and staff infrastructure and assist the Editor with the day-to-day processes necessary to running a quarterly journal with a high circulation. The position requires an intellectually curious and detail-oriented colleague capable of working independently and solving problems quickly as they arise. The Managing Editor serves as head copyeditor; supervises and trains several graduate student assistants on wage assignments; corresponds with scholars based in the US and overseas during all phases of production; liaises with the publisher and deals promptly with unexpected glitches or delays in the production process; tracks hundreds of submissions annually on Excel; manages the journal’s finances; and assists the editor in the organization of conferences and other events.

Required qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related fieldAt least five years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Terminal degree (MFA or Ph.D.) in relevant field granted by July 31, 2024At least two years of experience of editorial and/or administrative work for a scholarly or creative literary journalExcellent written skills and an impeccable knowledge of grammar and punctuationProficiency in the use of Word, Excel, Canvas, and other relevant software and platformsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a deadline-driven environmentDemonstrated teaching experience in English literature, editorial practice, and/or rhetoric and composition (if appointment involves teaching)

This in-person position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia, with an anticipated start date of October 15, 2024. This is an exempt level position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits

This is a benefitted staff position and is a full-time, 40 hour per week (1.0 FTE) position with teaching responsibilities included. With no teaching responsibilities, the position will be 32 hours per week (.80 FTE). Salary is dependent upon FTE. 

To be considered, applications must be received by August 22, 2024. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

To Apply:

Apply here. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:

CV, including names and contact information for three professional referencesCover letter detailing interest in the position as well as relevant experience and skills in editing, teaching, and writing

Upload all materials into the two submission fields. Applications that do not contain both required documents will not receive full consideration.

The position is a year-round, full-time, and in-person position with full benefits and competitive salary. For additional information about the position, please contact Bruce Holsinger (Editor, New Literary History) at bh9n@virginia.edu or the recruiter, Melanie Sponaugle, at unw5dq@virginia.edu.

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.