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The Managing Editor is part of the Ph.D. in Law and Economics Program in the Law School at Vanderbilt University and is responsible for managing all editing and writing aspects for the Journal of Risk and Uncertainty. This position reports to Professor W. Kip Viscusi, the Co-Director of the Ph.D. in Law and Economics Program.

*Applicants should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications.

The Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics is unique. It combines analytical training in economic theory and methodology with the study of law. While one can separately earn a J.D. and a Ph.D. in economics at many other universities, our program is distinctive in that training in economics is fully integrated with training in law. Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Ph.D. in Law and Economics and a J.D. The Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics at Vanderbilt was the first Ph.D. program to be administratively based in a law school.

Duties and Responsibilities

Managing Editor - Journal of Risk and Uncertainty, a bi-monthly journal in the social sciences.

• Responsible for processing incoming manuscripts, recruiting and tracking manuscript reviewers in the peer review process, and monitoring/guiding progression of accepted manuscripts through the production process. This requires use of a proprietary online Editorial Manager system.
• Works directly with Editor-in-Chief to approve and prepare articles for publication.
• Manages all correspondence to submitting authors, Editorial Board, and publisher.
• Reviews journal proofs.
• Serves as liaison between submitting authors and publisher.
• Maintains and updates journal database and generates status reports. Maintains journal files.
• Backup to the editorial assistant on manuscripts regarding technical typing issues, including mathematical equations, preparation of tables from computer data output, footnote and endnote insertion, and references in required styles.
• Manages long-term relationships with authors and reviewers.
• Creates and manages all editorial calendars and timelines.
• Helps to develop the evolving editorial vision of the journal and ensure consistency of practices over time.
• Serves as a back-up to the Administrative Program Manager and the Editorial Assistant for the Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; the position reports administratively and functionally to the Co-Director of the Ph.D. in Law and Economics Program.

Qualifications

• A cover letter is necessary.
• A Bachelor's degree or the equivalent is necessary.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, including a possible combination of graduate education and work experience, is necessary.
• Experience with all aspects of submission and editing of manuscripts for peer reviewed journals is necessary.
• Exceptional project management skills are necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Editorial skills including copy-editing and experience working with an online content management system are necessary.
• Strong facility with computers and ability to learn new software applications easily, including expertise in MS Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat is necessary.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and juggle multiple tasks with minimal supervision is necessary.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.