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Editorial Assistant

American Economic Association
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026

Editorial Assistant

Reporting to the Director of Publication Services, the Editorial Assistant manages the intake of manuscripts accepted for publication in the American Economic Review, AER: Insights, the American Economic Journals, and the AEA Papers and Proceedings.

This is an entry-level, on-site position. One day a week work-from-home is permitted at this time.

Benefits include generous paid holidays and vacation/sick time, outstanding health insurance, and extraordinary retirement plan matching.

This is an on-site position in Pittsburgh, PA. Only those currently residing in or moving to Pittsburgh should apply.

Include a cover letter when applying. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Performs administrative tasks in the ScholarOne Manuscripts tracking system.
  • Corresponds with authors to ensure timely receipt of required manuscript materials.
  • Coordinates with the data editor and tracks the data verification process.
  • Verifies and formats reference lists for accepted papers.
  • Maintains journal databases.
  • Other duties as required.

The mission of the AEA is to encourage economic research, publish on economic subjects, and encourage freedom of economic discussion. The spirit of these objectives has been maintained throughout the Association's existence over 130 years.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent grammar and organizational skills
  • Foreign language study, a plus

Work Environment

The AEA Publications office is located on Pittsburgh's South Side. It is a professional, relaxed, and collaborative atmosphere.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.75 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Will you submit a cover letter written without the aid of AI? (Note that it is required.)

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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