Editor in Chief

Huntington Library Quarterly Editor

Under broad direction by the W.M. Keck Director of Research, oversees all aspects of the publication of the Huntington Library Quarterly and assists in the scholarly programming of the Research Division.

S/he/they will demonstrate a background of working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible approach.

Essential Duties

• Serves as the acquiring editor for article manuscripts; oversees refereeing of submitted manuscripts; solicits book reviews; oversees developmental, copy editing, image acquisition and permission, layout, and proofreading of articles and reviews.
• Develops and maintains database to track article submissions and peer review.
• Works with the Director of Research to establish goals and priorities for the HLQ; compiles regular statistical reports on submissions and peer review.
• Works with Huntington staff as well as visiting fellows and scholars to develop and acquire articles, reviews, and special issues.
• In consultation with the Director of Research, identifies and invites scholars to join the HLQ editorial board in order to maintain a robust and diverse board; periodically audits the performance of current board members.
• Participates in the academic life of the institution, including seminars and conferences sponsored by the Research Division and fellows' events and working group.
• Attends regional, national, and (where appropriate) international scholarly conferences on subjects related to the focus of the HLQ.
• Works with the Director of Research and the Business Office to establish financial goals and prepares annual budget for the publications department; reviews and approves expenses for 59 and P-Card charges for 58 (book project) accounts; works within approved budget.
• Develops procedures to promote subscriptions to HLQ and increase electronic downloads of articles.
• Works with the journal division of the University of Pennsylvania Press on contractual and business arrangements.
• Hires and supervises the work of consultant graphic designer.
• EIC will supervise the Managing Editor of the HLQ, a limited-term position.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements and Experience

• Ph.D. in a field supported by the Huntington's collections.
• Previous experience in scholarly or museum publishing (3 years minimum).
• Holds or has held a tenured or equivalent position in an academic institution.
• Outstanding writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, scholars, volunteers, visitors, and outside organizations.

Working Conditions

• Indoor office setting
• Frequent use of office equipment including computer, keyboard, and mouse
• Moderate noise levels
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods; push, pull, and bend as necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide competitive compensation, generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees including:

• Pay Range: $110,000.00-$130,000.00. Commensurate with experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) retirement plan and matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
• Hybrid remote work schedule available for applicable positions
• Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays
• Discounts for staff in The Huntington Store and restaurants
• Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
• Free passes each month to welcome family and friends to visit the grounds

The Application Process

Please submit a cover letter and CV/resume as a single PDF attachment.

You will have the opportunity to submit additional documents on the "My Experience" section of the application.