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1. Materials science and engineering:
Classes of metals (ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, lightweight metals)
Composites
Ceramics
Functional materials, e.g., ferromagnetic materials, optical materials, etc.
2. Electromagnetic compatibility
Anything new in the usual subject areas (shielding, filtering, ESD, etc.)
Low-power circuits
EMI sources and fixes
Computer prediction and design techniques
3. Other
Mechanical engineering
Wastewater technology and management
Sustainable energy
Nanotechnology
4. Other other
Any technical/engineering book with a significant and verifiable market

These books are aimed at working professionals, so only postgraduate-level subject matter is accepted. If you have an idea for a book in one of these or a related area, or a project already underway, please log onto www.webbooks.net and hit the "Author Guide" button. You can download the informative booklet, "How to Write and Sell a Technical Book," a detailed author questionnaire created in consultation with several major publishing houses, and a copyright release form (useful once your project gets underway).

Webbooks has a proven track record, with more than 400 titles produced since 1988. All standard royalties apply. Our fees are covered by the acquiring publishing house, so there is never a charge to the author. If you have any questions, please contact us via the contacts shown on the website.]]> 2009-11-10T17:48:37-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1460262497.html text 2009-11-10T17:48:37-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1460085653.html
Administrative/clerical experience a must. A strong background or training in English and/or copy editing highly preferred. Interested candidates should email their MS Word resumes to Kristen Rohrbach (kristenr@frankelstaffing.com) for immediate review. Please use Proofreader Temp as your subject line. ]]> 2009-11-10T16:00:43-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1460085653.html text 2009-11-10T16:00:43-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1459876520.html
you must be a good writer, be creative and intelligent

this is NOT a full time job, this is like getting paid to do homework assignments]]> 2009-11-10T14:05:11-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1459876520.html text 2009-11-10T14:05:11-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1459814954.html
If you are an already established Professional Business Writer, we will take you to the next level!....the next level of income, the next level of Professional Status through testing and certification or through providing you with the training that you need to move into a different genre of business writing. As well job placement opportunities to accelerate your career.

Looking to get into the business writing (business proposals, grant writing) we provide free training and internships for college students. ]]> 2009-11-10T13:33:31-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1459814954.html text 2009-11-10T13:33:31-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1458254107.html Seeking an ambitious journalist, content writer, to write about health related matters. Looking for a reliable, strong writer. Journalist with open opportunity to write articles, newsletters, possibly help with web site and more. Full-time on-site. Starting pay $10.00/h for a full 40 hours a week. Please forward resume. Web design and graphics is a plus.]]> 2009-11-09T13:52:43-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1458254107.html text 2009-11-09T13:52:43-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1457984366.html 2009-11-09T11:42:02-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1457984366.html text 2009-11-09T11:42:02-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1454541198.html
The Publisher is responsible for curating (and writing some of) the content that runs in Melbourne; for hiring and maintaining a team of local writers, and editing and publishing their content. They will be responsible for generating revenue by selling banner inventory or by hiring local talent to do the same. Additionally, Publisher will seek out and manage local partnerships, looking to raise Flavorpill subscriptions and visibility. Qualified Publishers should be active in their cultural communities, with a strong interest in art, music, dance, theatre, or literature, as well as the city itself. Additionally, Publisher should have experience with cultural writing, blogging, or web publishing, and have strong organizational skills. Editing and proofreading skills a must.

http://flavorpill.com/australia]]> 2009-11-06T15:56:28-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1454541198.html text 2009-11-06T15:56:28-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1451829233.html Imani Lee is in need of additional translators. Specific language needs include – Swahili, Japanese, Georgian, Urdu, Brahvi, Baluchi, Vietnamese, Dari, Hindi, Pashto and Sub-Saharan African languages.
- If you are fluent (read, write and speak) in one of these languages and also understand and write English – you are well on your way to a career as a translator. Internships are also available.
- Translators will be responsible for translating professional materials, such as technology, science, marketing, product introduction. Prior translation experience is highly preferred.
- Translators will also use a "Style Guide" to ensure compliance for all work projects. Translators will be tested and trained to ensure compliance with the Style Guide.
- Translators may also be responsible for translating written test into the English or one of the languages set forth above. Translators must be responsible, have the ability to meet deadlines, professional , have strong attention to detail and enjoy translation work.
- Translators should have a world view and be up-to-date on current global events. It is helpful if you have a good understanding of the Middle East, Baltic countries, African, Asian and European cultural, political and territorial issues.
- Translators must be computer literate, own a functional computer and high-speed Internet access. All files we be delivered via email. Most files are in the Microsoft Word format and all editing is done in this format. For spell checking and research, the translator will need to be capable of performing credible internet searches and use an on-line dictionary and thesaurus. MS PowerPoint/Graphics skills are a plus since some files are in the MS PowerPoint format.
- Translators must be U.S. citizen’s to work on some Government projects. Some projects can be performed by non-US Citizens. Please specify in your cover letter if you are a U.S. Citizen or not.
- Translators will primarily work remotely and only need to come to the office when directed or requested.
- Translators should have a minimum of two years of college.
- Translators will be 1099 contractors of Imani Lee, Inc.
Imani Lee Translation Services provides high quality and professional translation services to governments, business, civilian and other translation service partners. We have seasoned in-house and remote specialists in Kurdish, Arabic, Farsi, Dari, Urdu, Pashto, Turkish, Hindi, Chinese, French, Spanish English and numerous other languages. Our mission is to provide the highest quality service and reliability at affordable prices. Imani Lee Translation Services has grown based upon numerous successful projects with the U.S. Government. Our translation team members working on many Government projects are U.S. Citizens. Some of these linguist professionals hold or have held clearances including Secret and Top Secret.
- IF INTERESTED please forward your resume, your estimated speed of translation (how many words per hour) and hourly rate structure to imanilee1@gmail.com. We anticipate 10 to 20 hours per week based upon the volume of work. Based upon the language and our interest in your resume – we may forward you a short test translation for you to complete and return.
]]> 2009-11-04T18:59:42-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1451829233.html text 2009-11-04T18:59:42-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1451672222.html Seeking an ambitious journalist, content writer, to write about health related matters. Looking for a reliable, strong writer. Journalist with open opportunity to write articles, newsletters, possibly help with web site and more. Full-time on-site. Starting pay $10.00/h for a full 40 hours a week. Please forward resume. Web design and graphics is a plus.]]> 2009-11-04T17:10:19-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1451672222.html text 2009-11-04T17:10:19-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1449477730.html
• Compiling and writing reports based on notes and video footage
• Writing and delivering client updates in a timely manner
• Researching and verifying information for investigators
• Obtaining information from new clients
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Editing and compiling video footage

The right candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills
• Effective multi-tasker
• Proficient with word processing and research programs as well as video equipment
• Strong communication skills
• Good with time management
• Attention to detail
• Strong writing/grammar skills
• Professional and positive demeanor toward clients as well as coworkers

We are looking for hard workers who are ready and eager to “learn on their feet,” so if this is you please send your resume and cover letter to the e-mail address provided above.]]> 2009-11-03T10:53:05-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1449477730.html text 2009-11-03T10:53:05-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1449092271.html
This is a short-term, work from home contract position. The writer will be responsible for and required to possess the following:

- Proficient in Microsoft Suite; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Visio a plus

- Write, organize, and edit proposal content, presentations, and proactive sales document

- Experience in the technology industry a plus

- Manage without authority subject matter experts for request of document reviews in a timely manner

- Adherence to deadlines and guidelines and rules of grammar

- Works independently without much direction in a remote environment

- Proficient use of the latest technological virtual meeting tools.; i.e., WebEx, WebEx Connect

- Excels in a team environment

- Detail research ability using key words, Boolean strings, etc.

- Ability to translate technical content into values selling proposals (Proposal writing experience a plus)

- Experience working in a virtual capacity a must

- Project management skills are necessary to manage concurrent individual assignments, ability to multi-task

- Works well in a fast paced environment

- Energetic personality

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This is a long-term (2 years +) onsite contract position. Responsibilities include the research, planning, development, evaluation, delivery, and maintenance of a local telecommunication company's customer documentation. In addition to a background in the telecommunications field, the following skills are required:

- Experience writing topic-based output (CMS, DITA, or minimalism)
- Comfortable working within established writing environment to maintain consistency in output.
- Ability to adhere to client’s procedures, standards, tools, and resources
- Excellent writing ability for software and online help documentation

Communication Skills:

- Clear concise writing with good grammatical form
- Excellent command of U.S. English (understanding, speaking, and writing)
- Comfortable communicating with peers, subject matter experts, management, and customers
- Experienced using various methods of communication, on-site and remote (email, phone, WebEx)

Documentation Development Skills:

- Experienced in writing topic-based output (Content Management System, DITA, or minimalism)
- Comfortable working within established writing environment to maintain consistency in output.
- Ability to adhere to client’s procedures, standards, tools, and resources
- Excellent writing ability for software and online help documentation
- Ability to render clear, concise, production-ready documentation
- Effective pursuit of source information
- Effective listening skills
- Experienced testing documentation in laboratory environment
- Ability to plan, create and maintain basic artwork
- Ability to pursue assignment-related issues until escalation is required
- Recognizing needed improvements and offering solutions
- Experienced in a variety of delivery formats
- Ability to estimate efforts, prioritize tasks, and report status


Tool skills (Technical Writer):

Adobe Acrobat Suite (Standard Edition) (Required)
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook 2003 (Required)
Serna or similar XML editor (Preferred)
Microsoft Project (Preferred)

Additional Tool skills/experience (Technical Writer):

Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Visio or other globally used graphics package
Adobe Photoshop


Other Skills:

- Adapt to changes
- Work well with others
- Train peers
]]> 2009-11-02T23:58:20-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1449106747.html text 2009-11-02T23:58:20-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1447366634.html The theme and style for the writing will be similar to the writing style of CollegeHumor.com original content (Light-hearted and irreverent.)
Actual deliverables would be approximately:
1) 40 short paragraphs about generated mixed-drink recipes, liquors, or beers.
2) Collection or creation of 120 quotes regarding drinking
3) Modification of text inside of the application to fit the feel/theme; approximately 30 attributes (One line or less) that would need to be addressed.
4) Application instructions, which are expected to be 8 to 10 paragraphs.
If you are interested in writing for this project, please send a sample of your writing in the appropriate style, as well as your estimated time-frame for delivery. If we contact you we will ask that you sign an NDA and work-for-hire agreement before getting into exact project details and showing the exact application for which you will be writing, but we wil answer any questions we can before making our decision. If this contract job is successful there will be future work on the same application in the future. We expect that this project will be paid at the rate of $600 for the above, and on a hourly rate basis for updates and follow-up content creation, but if you would like to propose a different structure please let us know in advance.
Thank you for your time and attention, and please let us know if you have any questions!]]> 2009-11-01T20:56:14-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1447366634.html text 2009-11-01T20:56:14-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1446754650.html
Include resume. Cover note (non cliché). Salary requirement.

]]> 2009-11-01T12:39:52-05:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1446754650.html text 2009-11-01T12:39:52-05:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1445488246.html Do you love proofreading? Are you great at grammar? Are you good as an office assistant? If so, this part-time, paid student intern position is for you: Hours can be arranged based on each student's availability.

I am seeking undergraduate students (not grads) for assignments ranging from rigorous proofreading to researching, helping with proposals, speech outlines, and database entries. Also for general office help. The paid positions last for the rest of the Fall semester or longer, based on each student's interest.


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Location: Triangle or surrounding area
Compensation: Will negotiate hourly rate or project contract amount
This is a contract job.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.]]> 2009-10-24T16:01:29-04:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1436054799.html text 2009-10-24T16:01:29-04:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1433739570.html 2009-10-22T23:33:24-04:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1433739570.html text 2009-10-22T23:33:24-04:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1430523117.html Asian Medicine and Acupuncture Research, Dept. of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, seeks a Half time - Research Assistant. This is an opportunity to work with internationally recognized clinical researchers in developing and carrying out clinical studies including literature study, observational studies and clinical trials to evaluate several rehabilitative treatments including Asian Medicine and Acupuncture.

Duties
Literature search and acquisition; Preparing manuscripts for publication; Writing up reviews, protocols and grant proposals; Proof reading and editing of the various drafts.

Qualifications
High work ethics and passion to learn from experience are must. Bachelor degree or above in disciplines related with health sciences, and good writing skills are essential skills required.

No Age limit: School mothers and retirees are also welcome.

Duration: Up to 2.5 years at .5 FTE (possibility of renewal contingent upon fund availability).

Application deadline: ASAP

Anticipated start date: As decided via agreement

To apply: Email CV and statement of your motivation to apply for the job to Dr. Catherine Champagne, PhD, Asian Medicine and Acupuncture Research, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, UNC School of Medicine, Campus Box 7200, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7200; Email: cchamp@med.unc.edu.

** Approved by Dr. Michael Y. Lee, MD, MHA, Chair of the Dept of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Brickroll is a new site focused exclusively on iPhone games. We're building a team of editorial interns with a passion for gaming and an interest in the iPhone as a gaming platform.

As an Editorial Intern, you'll write reviews and features on games for the iPhone. You'll have a flexible level of responsibility based on your availability. (We welcome students and moonlighters.) Work is done remotely, giving you the flexibility of choosing your own hours and location.

If interested, contact us at brickrolld@gmail.com with answers to the following 3 questions:

1) What... is your name?
2) What... is your quest?
3) Approximately... how many iPhone games have you played?

Include links to your Facebook/Twitter/Blog, and some writing samples from the last two years.]]> 2009-10-14T00:16:23-04:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1420579968.html text 2009-10-14T00:16:23-04:00 http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1418105902.html
The Center for Human Science provides a fellowship for a student at the University of Nairobi in Kenya. In return, this student writes short articles and editorials for our online journal. His writing partner would help develop topics, edit incoming writing and work with our journal editor for final production.

Applicants should have: 1. experience in editing, 2. a background in technical writing, journalism or political science (hopefully all three) and 3. a firm grasp of academic research and writing. Interest in, or knowledge of, African politics, history or literature is also recommended.

Please reply with a cover letter highlighting your relevant knowledge and experience, a CV and a short (500 words or less) writing sample.

We expect many responses and will not be able to respond to all. Candidates will be contacted within a week for an interview.

This is an ideal project for upperclassmen or graduate students. This is a part time contract job.]]> 2009-10-12T14:41:39-04:00 en-us Copyright © 2009 craigslist, inc. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/wri/1418105902.html text 2009-10-12T14:41:39-04:00