Academic Editor (Biblical Studies)

About Logos:

Logos is a purpose-driven tech company dedicated to building technology solutions that equip the church to grow in the light of the Bible. Our team is committed to increasing biblical literacy and accessibility for every Christian around the world. We do so by delivering value along three fronts: software tools, community collaboration, and rich digital content. Logos’ solutions portfolio connects users to the Word and to their communities. Based in Bellingham, Washington, Logos also has operations in Chandler, Arizona and Puebla, Mexico.

About this role:

We are seeking a full-time acquisitions and development editor to advance our vision and mission by acquiring, commissioning, and developing new titles that promote our editorial stance and deepen our publishing portfolio, especially in the Bible reference and Biblical Studies categories. 

About Lexham: 

Lexham Press publishes books that love the word, love the faith, and love the church. We believe God’s words and works are for proclamation—for the instruction, encouragement, endurance, and hope of all God’s children. And so our books are filled with the good news of God’s word for worshipers and the wounded.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Evangelical Exegetical Commentary series (EEC) and the Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary series (EBTC)
• Acquire and shepherd books through the editorial process, from proposal to publication, for Lexham Press (12 titles acquired per year, 12 titles shepherded per year)
• Solicit and evaluate proposals and manuscripts (this includes originating ideas for books that should exist but don’t and finding the right author)
• Build and sustain author relationships
• Negotiate author and agent contracts 
• Provide developmental guidance to authors to improve their manuscripts
• Work with editorial colleagues during copyediting, typesetting, and proofreading
• Collaborate with the marketing team on titles, covers, and marketing copy

Requirements

• PhD in Biblical Studies
• 3–5 years experience performing acquisitions and development editorial work
• Extensive knowledge of the setting and situation of contemporary Christianity
• Working knowledge of church history and theology
• Proficient in Koine Greek and Biblical Hebrew
• Working knowledge of German and French
• Proven capabilities for networking
• Strong, professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self-starter who meets deadlines and manages schedules and details

Benefits:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• 401K plan (Includes an employer match of up to 4%).

The U.S. base salary for this full-time position ranges from $60-80k per year. Logos salary ranges are determined by role, position level, and location. The range displayed on each remote job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Note: Currently, we are able to hire in every state in the United States except for the District Of Columbia.