Proofreader for Physics Today

Who We Are: 
The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a federation of 10 Member Societies that in turn have more than 130,000 members across the globe. AIP was founded in 1931 in an effort to alleviate societal and economic turmoil and to better humanity through science. Today, almost 100 years later, we further our positive impact through our mission: to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. We want you to become a part of this mission. 

Summary: 
AIP is looking for a Proofreader to join the Physics Today team and play an essential part of the quality-control group for everything that comes out under the PT brand. The Proofreader will be responsible for a final close proofread of the content that goes out under the brand across multiple platforms and audiences, including material destined or repurposed for digital channels, the magazine, emails, and advertising and sales materials. The Proofreader will provide editorial support as needed to all Physics Today workflows and also serve as liaison to outside contributing editors. As time and opportunity allow, they may copyedit material for Physics Today, write or edit content for Physics Today, and proofread material for other content creators within AIP. 

Come join a team of energized, charismatic, collaborative, and passionate individuals and help make a difference through the physical sciences! 
 

What You’ll Do: 

• Proofread all content for Physics Today’s distribution channels, including online, print, emails, ad and sales materials, and other destinations, correcting or marking for correction any spelling, grammatical, typographical, stylistic, or compositional errors. 
• Assist with content tracking and auditing. 
• Contribute to updating the Physics Today style guide. 
• Serve as a backup for copyediting and fact-checking. 
• Provide editorial support as needed to other Physics Today workflows. 
• Serve as the point of content for outside contributing editors. 
• As time and opportunity allow, proofread material for other content creators within AIP. 
• Contribute to the general pool of content ideas. 
• Write or edit content as assigned. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

What You’ll Bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in English, journalism, or science. 
• At least 2 years’ proofreading or editing experience required. 
• Some production experience preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Acrobat, and other production software. 
• Familiarity with Chicago style a plus. 
• Familiarity with content management systems a plus. 
• Excellent proofreading ability. 
• Excellent command of English spelling and grammar. 
• Meticulous attention to detail. 
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. 
• Ability to meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication and organizational skills. 

To Apply: 
Include a resume and a cover letter. We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not fully match the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences. 
 
Why Join Us: 
AIP embraces a flexible hybrid work environment to balance in-person collaborative work with remote work. The team works in the AIP offices in College Park, Maryland, 1–2 days per week on average.  Employees are required to reside in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC. 
 
We offer comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, an annual retirement contribution of 10% of base pay, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and more. 
 
Your colleagues at AIP are welcoming, gracious, and eager to help each other succeed. With our commitment to community service, institute-wide social opportunities, and ongoing learning and development, AIP is a rewarding place to work. 

 
About AIP: 
The American Institute of Physics is a dynamic, forward-thinking 501(c)(3) membership corporation of scientific societies. Our mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. AIP is a trusted and reliable source of information and analysis and is a center of excellence that advances the physical sciences enterprise through research and analysis aimed at improving the understanding of our heritage and promoting future progress. 

Diversity welcome! Diversity is integral to our mission and is ingrained in everything that we do at AIP. We encourage and invite people of all backgrounds to apply and join our team. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, creed, marital status, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, personal appearance, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran status, or physical or mental disability. 
 
AIP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer  
EOE, including disability/Vets