Research Editor

Primary Function

Research, document, and ensure the accuracy, fairness, and suitability of all editorial material published in the client magazine and in other special magazine projects. Works on departments pieces and short features.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Verifies and substantiates all statements of fact, data, historical information, and identities in both text and captions using reputable and appropriate sources.
• Works cooperatively with editors, writers, photographers, lawyers, and consultants.
• Communicates with subject experts in private and governmental agencies, academic institutions, and industries.
• Defines key issues and identifies factual problems within text and captions.
• Weighs accuracy with editorial considerations, suggesting wording to correct information while maintaining the writer’s tone and style.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, nuance, and implication.
• Anticipates research needs and determines an effective course of action, being particularly alert to legal issues such as liability, bias, plagiarism, and copyright issues.

Skills & Qualifications

• Curiosity about topics covered in the magazine and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly.
• 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, Microsoft Word.
• Candidates must have fact-checking /editorial research experience.
• Knowledge of the InCopy K4 platform is a significant plus but not mandatory.
• Must be comfortable using a MAC.
• Foreign languages is a plus.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in editorial research.
• A college degree is preferred, but candidates with 3 years of experience without a degree will be considered.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.

Diversity Inclusion & Customer Service Statement

TeamPeople, a division of System One, is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. TeamPeople not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.