Editorial Assistant

Job Title

Editorial Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Graduate And Professional School

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

What We Want

The candidate will have a master’s degree or higher with two or more years of editing experience in an academic environment. They will possess knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs as well as strong grammar, spelling, communication, and interpersonal skills. They will have the ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others, as well as knowledge of university systems including Compass, ARCS, Thesis Review System, and Vireo.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Commensurate

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Please Note: This Job is a temporary position for the Spring 2026 semester.

 

Essential Duties/Tasks

Format Editing - Conducts timely and efficient format reviews of electronic theses, dissertations, and records of study to ensure adherence to Texas A&M formatting and accessibility standards 

Customer Service and Outreach - Guides and assists students, faculty, and staff regarding the preparation, submission, review, and publication of the thesis/dissertation/record of study

Document Processing - Processes approval forms and new submissions for review. Conducts graduation clearance procedure

 

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• No experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher

• Two or more years of editing experience in an academic environment

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•  Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

• Strong grammar, spelling, communication, and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

  

Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties

• Knowledge of university systems including Compass, ARCS, Thesis Review System, and Vireo

Who We Are

Texas A&M University's Graduate and Professional School strives to enhance graduate experiences and development of all students, personally and professionally, foster and facilitate interdisciplinary intercollegiate graduate programs and research activities, as well as provide the highest quality support for services to advance creative scholarship and scientific inquiry. Our vision to achieve recognition as a leader in support of graduate education through innovation, exceptional service and commitment to excellence. For more information, please visit our website: grad.tamu.edu.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month  

• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.