Call for Applications | Assistant Editor, NLSIU Publications
May 13, 2025
About National Law School of India University (NLSIU)
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) was established in 1987 to be a pioneer in legal education. Over the last three decades the university has consistently been an innovative leader in legal education and research in India and has been ranked first among law universities in the National Institute Ranking Framework for the last seven years.
About the Role
NLSIU invites applications for a full-time, on-campus position of Assistant Editor for a period of one year (extendable). Under the supervision of the Consulting Editor, the Assistant Editor will help with the production of journals; coordinate with research teams and faculty members on various publications; support the production of reports and other scholarly publications; and copy-edit and proofread a range of academic and research outputs in the fields of law, social sciences, humanities, and public policy. The ideal candidate will have strong editorial skills, experience working in the publishing industry, a keen eye for detail, and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Assistant Editor will work closely with the Consulting Editor on the following:
- Assist with the production process for the university’s academic journals (maintain schedulers, prepare meeting notes and agendas, etc.).
- Assist with production of research and other academic publications.
- Help coordinate with printers, designers, copy-editors, distributors, website developers, and other digital service providers.
- Copy-edit and proofread academic articles, research publications, blog articles, and faculty publications for clarity, grammar, punctuation, style, and consistency.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
Essential Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree in law, social sciences, humanities, public policy, or a related field.
Desirable Qualifications
- A postgraduate degree in law, social sciences, humanities, public policy, or a related field.
Essential Experience
- 2+ years of experience in the publishing or media industry, preferably in an editorial role.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with academic writing and/or in the academic publishing industry.
Skills
- Strong command of the English language.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to copy-edit various forms of writing, including research reports, journal articles, and blog posts.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with basic software used in editing and production processes (MS Word, PDFs, MS Excel) and an ability to adapt to new kinds of digital platforms for publications.
Compensation
Starts at Rs 50,000. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Location and Time
On campus in Bangalore, five days a week, year-round. The official working hours are 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. The selected candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible.
How to Apply?
Please fill the application form and include the following documents:
- An updated CV.
- A short statement outlining your interest in working with us and why you would be a good fit for the role (not more than 500 words).
- Details of two referees with contact details.
Selected candidates will have to take a copy-editing test, followed by an interview.
Deadline
Interested candidates may apply by filling out this form by June 10, 2025 (5pm IST). Please have your relevant documents and certificates at hand.
NLSIU is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our institution.
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