
Part-Time – Technical Communications Specialist – African Studies
Job Description
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Global Virtual Forum would like to hire a part-time employee who would begin employment as soon as possible. We are looking for someone with substantial experience in working collaboratively with a diverse group of scholars from across the globe. The main academic responsibility of the successful candidate will be to lead the compilation and production of one of the Forum's publications, which will involve engaging with our publishers. This position is expected to work 10-15 hours per month.
Job Duties
• Multilanguage transcription
• Document editing
• Working with professors and publishers
Requirements and qualifications
• Exemplary interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak and write in more than one language.
• Excellent editing skills in multiple languages.
• A standard background check is required by the University.
• For consideration a Cover Letter and Resume must be provided.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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