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The International Wood Collectors Society (IWCS) invites applications for the position of editor for its journal, World of Wood. The editor is responsible for the editing, laying out of the publication, preparing it for printing, and coordinating the printing and mailing of the publication. The editor must be or become a member of the IWCS when accepted for the position. This is a part time paid position and would be ideal for a retired person wishing to remain active in the work force. The journal will be published six times per year and the salary offered is US$1,800 per issue plus a like amount for the annual directory.
The editor will perform the necessary functions from his/her own office or home, since the IWCS does not have a central office. The editor must have the ability to communicate with members and other contacts via electronic means (i.e. high speed e-mail connection is required). The applicant must have the appropriate computer equipment to prepare the publication for printing. Although the editor will not be required to write material for the publication, it is anticipated that he or she will make every effort to acquire material that fits the format and purposes of the journal to ensure that the specified number of pages can be published with informative and interesting materials.
Preference will be given to applicants with forestry or closely related natural science knowledge and experience, who possess appropriate academic, administrative, editorial qualifications and small journal publishing experience. The editor must be able to work harmoniously with a broad spectrum of personnel types to encourage participation in writing for the Journal.
The IWCS is a non-profit Society founded in 1947 and dedicated to advancing information on wood and encouraging the creative use of wood. The Society has some 1200 members residing in 35 countries world-wide. Because the IWCS is a non-profit Society registered in the United States and the majority of the membership is located in the United States, it is preferred that the editor also reside in the United States. However, candidates from other countries are encouraged to apply for the position and should provide suggestions concerning how the problems of printing and distribution of the journal can be effected economically from their location.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume showing their education and experience related to the task to be done by May 31, 2005. They should also submit the name, address, telephone number and e-mail address of at least three references. Please submit this application material to: Fred Holder, IWCS Publications Committee, P O Box 2168, Snohomish, WA 98291 USA OR e-mail: