The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) in Arlington, VA, a professional scientific society, seeks a Publications Assistant who will be responsible for supporting the peer review process for The AAPS Journal and AAPS PharmSciTech; for assisting with production of the AAPS Newsmagazine; and for other tasks related to AAPS Publications. The Publications Assistant will report to the Publications Manager.

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in publications who wants to work part time in our fun Arlington (Courthouse Area) office. The Publications Assistant will work with the Journal, Blog and Newsmagazine.

Qualifications include experience with a high volume of online transactions and communications. Experience with online peer review manuscript tracking system helpful. Expertise in proofreading and online research helpful. Excellent time management and organizational skills is a must. Interest and desire to work in the Publications arena is preferred.

Experience includes a Bachelor degree in English/Journalism and two years professional experience.

This is a part time position with no benefits and a maximum of 18 hours a week. The salary range is $15-$18 per hour based on experience.

To apply, please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to hr@aaps.org. Please put “Publications Assistant” in the subject line.