Job Title

Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship

Job Category

Miscellaneous Staff

Job Profile

Misc Staff Hourly - Reader

Job Family Group

Staff - Non Union

Department

Leadership | UBC Press

Compensation Range

See details below.

The expected pay (or pay range) for this position is $27.85/hour.

Job End Date

July 16, 2027

Posting End Date

November 13, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job Summary

Through the Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship, UBC Press continues Jean Wilson's commitment to celebrating diversity in publishing. This fellowship aims to provide a welcoming and valuable learning environment in which to gain professional experience in a publishing house. The fellow will rotate through key departments at UBC Press - including Acquisitions/Editorial, Rights and Contracts, Production, Marketing, Sales and Distribution, and Finance - to gain hands-on exposure to the main stages of a book's lifecycle from proposal to publication and promotion.

About UBC Press

UBC Press produces books integral to Canada's cultural, political, and social fabric and is widely touted as the country's pre-eminent social science publisher. Established in 1971 and now offering 1,500 titles in print, the Press publishes sophisticated and transformative works by authors whose thought and research pushes the boundaries of scholarly discourse and makes vital contributions to the democratic exchange of ideas.

About Jean Wilson

Jean Wilson (1945-2022) was an editor and feminist who championed diversity in publishing. With a career spanning three university presses and hundreds of books,



her contribution to Canadian publishing and cultural life was profound. As a leader at UBC Press, she is remembered for building a renowned list in Indigenous studies and establishing the groundbreaking Sexuality Studies series. Jean Wilson also helped launch the feminist literary magazine Room and the newspaper Broadside: A Feminist Review, among many other notable achievements.

The fellowship continues her legacy in its commitment to promoting equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization in publishing.

Eligibility and Equity Considerations

UBC Press is committed to fostering a publishing community that reflects the rich diversity of the peoples and perspectives of Canada. Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, this selection process is restricted to someone who identifies as Indigenous, Black, or a Person of Colour. Only those applicants who self-identify as such in the applicant diversity survey as part of the application process will be eligible for consideration. We welcome IBPOC applicants with intersectional identities, such as those who are a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.





The fellowship is designed to support emerging professionals seeking to gain industry experience and develop their publishing careers in an inclusive and supportive setting.

Preference will be given to applicants who:

- Have not previously held a full time in-house position with a publishing firm; and
- Are not concurrently engaged in full-time employment or full-time academic study during the fellowship period.

Work Performed

- Shadow staff members across departments to gain familiarity with all aspects of scholarly publishing.
- Assist with manuscript evaluation and preparation, conference planning, and the peer review process.
- Participate in the production, scheduling, proofreading, and cover coordination of new books.
- Support marketing campaigns, author events, and social media engagement.
- Contribute to publishing tasks as assigned.
- Participate in team meetings and departmental projects.

The fellowship is intended as a learning experience. The fellow will receive mentorship and guided training and support from experienced staff throughout their placement.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Errors in communication or production processes could result in delays to publication or marketing timelines. The fellow works under close supervision and receives feedback to ensure accuracy and professional growth.

Supervision Received

A single point-of-contact will provide mentorship and continuity throughout the fellowship. Departmental leads provide additional supervision and mentorship during each rotation.

Minimum Qualifications

- Demonstrated interest in publishing, books, communication, or related creative industries.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent writt

📌 Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship (Canada)
🏢 The University of British Columbia
📍 Canada