Careers at the Press

Cambridge University Press is the printing and publishing house of The University of Cambridge. The Press is a non-profit institution designed to promote the advancement of learning through publication of academic and educational books and journals.

The American Branch of Cambridge University Press is an equal opportunity, at-will employer. Founded in April 1949, it is an integral part of the Press and is not a separate publishing house. It serves North and South America. The American Branch employs a staff of over 285, and generates about a third of the Press's worldwide income. The head office of the American Branch is in New York City, and the distribution center is in West Nyack in suburban New York.

Production & Design

Project Editor

Cambridge University Press seeks a Project Editor for our busy and dynamic production department, to be responsible for the production of ESL/ELT books and components from manuscript to bound book.

Requirements include at least 2 years' experience overseeing the production of multiple titles with a 2 or 4-c design program, art and photography, managing copyeditors and proofreaders, and liaising with designers, compositors and printers. Sharp project management, communication, and multitasking skills are also required. Successful candidate must be a well-organized, self-motivated team player, dedicated to high-quality publishing. Experience in educational publishing or ESL/ELT is desirable.

The Press offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive environment. For consideration, please forward cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Editorial Positions

Development Editor, ELT

Cambridge University Press seeks Development Editors for its high quality ELT/ESL materials. Primary responsibilities include developing texts, working directly with authors, reviewers, field-testers and marketing staff, and hiring and supervising freelance editors throughout the editorial and production process.

The ideal candidate will have a MA in TESOL, applied/theoretical linguistics, or language education, and experience teaching ESL to adult education students. Publishing experience is preferred. Candidates should also possess strong organizational and communication skills, enthusiasm, flexibility, and team spirit.

Cambridge offers superior career opportunities and excellent benefits in a supportive and stable working environment. To apply, send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Commissioning Editors

Cambridge University Press seeks Commissioning Editors for its world-renowned ELT/ESL materials, for both the grammar and adult courses lists. Primary responsibilities include conducting market research, creating and implementing publishing plans, training and managing editors, managing complex textbook projects and monitoring budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have an MA in TESOL (or other recognized TESOL/TEFL qualification), at least three years’ experience editing ELT/ESL materials, and ELT/ESL teaching experience. Candidates should also have an excellent knowledge of English grammar, strong organizational and communication skills, enthusiasm, flexibility, and team spirit. In-depth knowledge of any of the key markets for American English -- the U.S. and Canada, Asia, or Latin America -- is a plus.

Cambridge offers rewarding career opportunities and excellent benefits in a supportive, stable working environment based in state-of-the-art offices in Tribeca. To apply, send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013.

Senior Development Editor

Cambridge University Press seeks a Senior Development Editor for its high quality ELT/ESL materials. Primary responsibilities include managing titles through editorial development and production, researching and identifying trends in Adult Education, and supervising development editors in conducting market research.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years' experience teaching ESL, 3 years' experience developing, writing, or publishing materials, and knowledge of Adult Education standards and trends. MA in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or Language Arts is required. Experience with the Adult Education population, and using multiple delivery formats, such as electronic publishing, whiteboard, CD-ROM's, etc. is preferred.

Cambridge offers superior career opportunities and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive working environment. For consideration, please send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Marketing and Sales Positions

Sales & Marketing Assistant

Cambridge University Press seeks a detail-oriented Sales & Marketing Assistant to join our growing ELT (English Language Teaching) department. Primary responsibilities include working with bids and contracts for state textbook adoptions, processing exam/desk copy requests, supporting sales staff, assembling marketing materials for national sales meetings, and other related activities. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in publishing.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent organizational and communication skills. Candidates with backgrounds in publishing, marketing, sales, or language learning are preferred.

The Press offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive environment with rewarding career opportunities. For consideration, please forward cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the America; New York, NY 10013.

Trade Sales Representative

Cambridge University Press seeks a motivated Sales Representative to join our dynamic trade sales force. This position will be based in the Washington, D.C. area, with the primary responsibility of increasing retail sales by calling on independent and campus stores as well as specialty shops.

Candidates must have bookstore experience, preferably as a buyer, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to travel extensively, and flexibility to respond to a changing marketplace. Possession of a valid driver's license is preferred.

The Press offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive environment with rewarding career opportunities. For consideration, please send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Publicity Manager

Cambridge University Press seeks a Publicity Manager to join our dynamic marketing department. Primary responsibilities include securing media coverage for approximately 100 titles a year by planning successful publicity campaigns and overseeing a 4-person department.

Requirements include at least 3 years of experience in book publicity, a proven track record, an established network of print, radio, television and on-line media contacts, experience working with authors and editors, and excellent communication skills. Experience with commercial, adult non-fiction publishing is preferred.

Cambridge offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive environment with rewarding career opportunities. For consideration, please forward cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the America; New York, NY 10013.

Assistant Operations Manager

Cambridge University Press seeks an Assistant Operations Manager to join our ELT (English Language Teaching) department. The primary responsibility of this newly created position is to ensure optimal inventory levels of all ELT titles by developing and analyzing stock reports, and managing reprints of US titles as well as stock purchase of imported titles.

The ideal candidate will possess a BBA degree, advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, excellent analytical and communication skills, and 2 years of relevant experience. Inventory management experience in publishing, proficiency in VISTA or Cognos PowerPlay / ReportNet, and a background in accounting or finance are preferred.

Cambridge offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable environment with rewarding career opportunities. For consideration, please forward cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the America; New York, NY 10013.

Marketing Associate

Cambridge University Press seeks a Marketing Associate to develop and implement marketing plans for titles in humanities and social sciences, as well as to promote books through direct mail, ads, exhibits, reviews, and electronic promotion. Some travel required to academic conferences.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of experience in publishing, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a BA/BS degree. Marketing or sales experience in book publishing is preferred.

For consideration, please send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Sales Representative

Cambridge University Press seeks an experienced educational sales representative for its ESL/Latin Group, to be based in Los Angeles, and cover 5 counties. This rep will be responsible for sales of Cambridge ESL textbooks and materials into higher education, secondary, adult education, and private language school markets and will also promote the Cambridge Latin Course in the middle school and high school markets.

The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a related field, 2+ years of experience in ESL or Foreign Language textbook sales in California, preferably Los Angeles, and familiarity with one or more foreign languages, preferably Spanish. ESL teaching experience is a plus.

The Press offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package in a stable, supportive environment. For consideration, please send cover letter and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Academic Consultant

Cambridge University Press seeks an Academic Consultant to join its ELT (English Language Teaching) international marketing group, primarily to serve as the chief marketing resource in matters of ELT pedagogy, product content, and teacher-training. This individual will serve a key role in the development of high quality, content-informed marketing materials, in addition to designing and delivering teacher-training in various formats.

The ideal candidate will possess ELT teaching and teacher-training experience, strong interpersonal and writing skills, proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, impeccable attention to detail, and a Bachelor’s degree. International ELT experience, preferably in Latin America, familiarity with ELT publishing and/or web development software, and a MA in TESOL are all highly desirable. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the U.S.

For consideration, please send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Information Technology Positions

Technical Support Assistant

Cambridge University Press seeks a Technical Support Assistant to join the Electronic Publishing Development Unit. Primary responsibilities include providing customer technical support for all Web and CD products, and ensuring that they have access to authorized online content.

Requirements include excellent written and verbal communication skills, and experience using e-mail, MS Office, Internet Explorer, Firefox and FTP applications. The ability to quickly learn new software programs is essential. Publishing, subscription fulfillment, FileMaker, college library systems or other database experience is a plus.

For consideration, please send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the Americas; New York, NY 10013.

Customer Service Positions

Customer Service Representatives

Cambridge University Press seeks enthusiastic Customer Service Representatives to join the Journals Subscription Fulfillment Department based in our West Nyack office. Primary responsibilities include acknowledging and processing orders, and investigating and resolving inquiries, while providing a consistently high standard of service.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent phone, correspondence, computer, and organizational skills, and 1-2 years’ of customer service or office experience.

The Press offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a stable and supportive environment with rewarding career opportunities. For consideration, please forward cover letter with salary requirements and resume to newyorkjobs@cambridge.org, or mail to: Human Resources; Cambridge University Press; 32 Avenue of the America; New York, NY 10013.