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Papers of Abraham Lincoln -
Historical Documentary Editor, Papers of Abraham Lincoln Location: Washington, DC, United States Institution Type: College/University Position Type: Assistant Editor Submitted: Friday, October 23rd, 2009
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University of Illinois Springfield, Center for State Policy and Leadership is seeking two (2) historical documentary editors to provide historical research in locating documents, document image acquisition and editing, transcription and proofing of historical texts, and contextual research and drafting of document annotations for the Papers of Abraham Lincoln project. The historical documentary editors will work initially with the project at the National Archives in Washington, DC. Requirements: 1) Master of Arts degree in History, with a concentration in American history; 2) minimum of five years of applicable experience in documentary editing or scholarly research on Lincoln; 3) demonstrated skill in historical research and writing; 4) demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and 5) working knowledge of computers, including word processing, database, graphics, and e-mail programs. Preference will be given to applicants with a Doctor of Philosophy degree in History; demonstrated ability to work effectively on group tasks; demonstrated attention to detail and precision in research, reading, and writing; demonstrated ability to speak to public groups on historical topics; and experience in utilizing electronic databases and the Internet for historical research. Salary and benefits appropriate to skills. Applicants should send a resume documenting all job requirements; college transcripts; and names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three references. Screening of applications will begin November 20, 2009, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Positions ideally will begin on January 4, 2010. The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois and provides an intellectually rich, collaborative, and intimate learning environment for students, faculty, and staff, while serving local, regional, state, national, and international communities. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
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Contact Info: Dr. Daniel W. Stowell Papers of Abraham Lincoln 112 N. Sixth Street Springfield, IL 62701-1310 |
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