APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: * CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. * CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. * If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Pennsylvania State University Press, a not-for-profit publisher of scholarly books, journals, and online content in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, is looking for a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Acquisitions Editor who will manage the ongoing development of its Eisenbrauns imprint. Eisenbrauns publishes in a number of academic fields, all related to ancient Near East and biblical studies, including, specifically, Mesopotamian studies, Levantine history and archaeology, Semitic languages and linguistics, and biblical studies. Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, the candidate will perform the following duties: * Expected to acquire 20 to 22 scholarly titles annually, serving as the primary point of contact for projects under consideration for the Eisenbrauns imprint of Penn State University Press. * Solicit and evaluate book manuscripts, either independently or in conjunction with series editors * Travel to 4-6 academic conferences per year * Conduct peer review of manuscripts under consideration, and advise authors on necessary revisions prior to publication * Compile new book proposals and title budgets * Present new projects to in-house committees for approval and to the Eisenbrauns Editorial Committee for final approval * Prepare final manuscripts for production * Participate in staff meetings about Eisenbrauns titles and general Press operations Series at Eisenbrauns/PSU Press managed by the Acquisitions Editor include, but are not limited to: * Bulletin for Biblical Research Supplements * Critical Studies in the Hebrew Bible * Explorations in Ancient Near Eastern Civilizations * History, Archaeology, and Culture of the Levant * Journal of Theological Interpretation Supplements * Languages of the Ancient Near East * Linguistic Studies in Ancient West Semitic * Mesopotamian Civilizations * Siphrut: Literature and Theology of the Hebrew Bible Typically requires a Bachelors Degree or higher and 3+ years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree in a related field, plus four to six years of experience in scholarly, society, or professional publishing preferred. Additional Qualifications: * A firm understanding of the mechanics of list building and list shaping * Problem-solving instincts, a commitment to quality, and an appreciation for the purpose and mission of the university press * An awareness of the finances of book publishing, both on a title-by-title basis and as this relates to the broader workings of the academic marketplace * A functional knowledge of assigned list areas, including a familiarity with important trends and key scholars in the field * Outstanding oral and written communication skills and and effective networking skills with potential authors and editors * A strong commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion This position can be either remote or on-site at Penn State University Press, a division of The Pennsylvania State University Libraries and Scholarly Communications. The University Libraries value diversity of thought, perspective, experience, and people, and are actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming, multicultural environment to apply. More information on Penn State's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence can be found by visiting http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement. For additional information about the Libraries' diversity efforts, please visit https://libraries.psu.edu/about/diversity. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00 Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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