Editorial Assistant

American Economic Association
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Posted Apr 6, 2026

Editorial Assistant

*Include cover letter when applying.*

Reporting to the director of publication services, the administrative/editorial assistant helps to coordinate office administration and assists in producing the AEA’s bibliographic database, EconLit, which is used widely in academic libraries around the world.

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.

Responsibilities

  • Processing books or journals for inclusion in the database.
  • Data entry.
  • Proofreading.
  • Reconciling monthly bills and credit card statements.
  • Administering healthcare signup/termination for new or departing employees.
  • Contacting publishers to obtain materials needed for database entry.
  • Logging production status.
  • 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 completed or working toward bachelor's
  • 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 with this application? (Note that it is required.)
  • Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Details

Job Type

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