Research Editor

This hybrid opportunity offers the chance to shape research, publications, and web content that help inform broad audiences while collaborating with subject matter experts in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread a range of research-focused publications, periodicals, newsletters, and speeches for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Perform substantive editing on manuscripts and internal research content, helping strengthen structure, flow, and readability.
• Refine public-facing website content and help translate technical or specialized topics into accessible language.
• Work closely with authors and researchers to support editorial timelines, communication, and review cycles.
• Review bibliographies, tables, figures, and other publication elements for accuracy and style compliance.
• Check content converted to HTML and communicate revisions clearly to web production partners.
• Track editorial assignments and maintain accurate project records in a workflow system.
• Use available AI tools thoughtfully to support efficiency and improve editorial workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in English, journalism, economics, communications, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of relevant editorial experience.
• Strong background in copyediting, substantive editing, proofreading, and managing content through review processes.
• Experience working with technical or specialized material and applying Chicago Manual of Style or similar standards.
• Excellent writing, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to explain complex information in a clear, engaging, and audience-friendly way.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment with a minimum of four days onsite per week.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with AI research tools and prompt engineering techniques.
• Experience entering content into a web content management system.
• Experience reviewing HTML content and coordinating edits with web production teams.
• Interest in economics, community development, and financial services.
• A curious, resourceful mindset and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.
• Experience handling special publication elements such as indexes, tables, figures, and similar materials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $22 - $52 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Hybrid environment with a minimum of four days onsite per week.