Research Editor

Job Description

McKinley Marketing Partner's client is seeking a research editor to join their team on a 4-month contract. The research editor will research, document, and ensure the accuracy, fairness, and suitability of all editorial material published in the magazine and other special magazine projects.

Candidates must be comfortable commuting to D.C. 4 days per week. This is a 4-month W2 contract. All McKinley roles include a competitive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Verify and substantiate all statements of fact, data, historical information, and identities in both text and captions using reputable and appropriate sources
• Work cooperatively with editors, writers, photographers, lawyers, and consultants
• Communicate with subject experts in private and governmental agencies, academic institutions, and industries
• Define key issues and identify factual problems within text and captions
• Weigh accuracy with editorial considerations, suggesting wording to correct information while maintaining the writer’s tone and style
• Demonstrate attention to detail, nuance, and implication
• Anticipate research needs and determine an effective course of action, being particularly alert to legal issues such as liability, bias, plagiarism, and copyright issues
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in editorial research
• Strong language skills and an appreciation of word usage, grammar, and writing style
• Good communication skills, including the ability to concisely explain a problem and to articulate a solution
• Good people skills to deal positively and productively with a wide range of personalities.
• Superior organization and the ability to handle multiple tasks under the pressure of extremely tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Adobe InCopy and Microsoft Word
  
  

McKinley Marketing Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals are encouraged to apply, and all applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Opportunity for all is central to our mission. We strive to reaffirm our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We push ourselves to new heights to embrace ongoing change and creativity. With this as our goal, we are proud to have reached individuals with diverse backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our mission forward.