Position Type:Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)
Department:LSUAM AA - Grad - Academic Services Professional Development (Clovier Ingram Torry (00013083))
Work Location:David F. Boyd Hall
Pay Grade:Temporary
Job Description:
The editor is responsible for assisting in the checking and approving of all electronic theses and dissertations. She or he communicates requirements for formatting and submitting final documents via the Graduate School guidelines, workshops, preliminary document reviews, and the existing web portal. During the final review process, the editor notifies students of missing forms and necessary changes in documents for compliance with the guidelines. The editor checks documents for format, unity of parts, consistency of style, details of conformity with other Graduate School regulations, and permissions for, and correct acknowledgment of, previously published material.
This is a part‐time, seasonal position. The person in this position will work on an as‐needed basis throughout each semester.
Job Responsibilities: 100%
Maintain familiarity with Graduate School and university requirements for formatting and submitting final versions of theses and dissertations, including
knowledge of various style manuals, scientific journal formats, and publication-level scholarly editing.
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Respond to questions from students, faculty, and staff regarding thesis and dissertation requirements.
Prior to document-submission deadline: a) conduct preliminary reviews of theses and dissertations for interested students via email; b) conduct two-plus workshops per semester to review submission and formatting requirements with interested students.
Conduct the final review of ca. 150 theses and dissertations per semester for compliance with Graduate School guidelines, and correspond with students about required changes.
Approve all revised theses and dissertations for publication on the Digital Commons site, a) ascertaining that required accompanying forms are in order and b) updating the mainframe.
Periodically review and update Formatting Electronic Thesis and Dissertations (“the Guidelines”) published by the Graduate School. [As soon as you all decide on whether to call the guidelines the T&D Handbook or not, this would change to “. . . and update of the Thesis and Dissertation Handbook.”]
Create and update thesis and dissertation templates and their guide sheets.
Work to improve submission and review procedures.
Assist Graduate School staff in serving degree candidates in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:Please provide cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Clovier Torry at [email protected]
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:September 1, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Three professional references
- Transcripts; official transcripts required prior to hire
- Valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and throughout employment
- Satisfactory pre-employment background check
What We Do
LSU is the flagship institution of Louisiana and is one of only 30 universities nationwide holding land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant status. Since 1860, LSU has served its region, the nation, and the world through extensive, multipurpose programs encompassing instruction, research, and public service. The university brings in more than $150 million annually in outside research grants and contracts, a significant factor for the Louisiana economy
