Digital Publishing Specialist (Independent Contractor)

Wolfram Research Inc

Champaign, IL(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Writing, Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Blog, Communication Skills, Content Development, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Electronic Publishing, English Language, Graphic Design, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Mathematica, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Productivity Management, Project/Program Management, Research Skills, Wordpress, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Champaign, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job title: Digital Publishing Specialist

Wolfram, creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and Wolfram Language, is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Digital Publishing Specialist to support Stephen Wolfram's Writings. The primary responsibilities of the Publishing Specialist include the publishing and distribution of e-publications across multiple platforms, along with managing and maintaining author profiles. This position will interact directly with supporting internal teams and our CEO, Stephen Wolfram.

A clear background check will be required for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Tracking and coordinating assigned day-to-day activities for output channels, including writings.stephenwolfram.com, arXiv and Google Scholar
  • Coordinating with internal and external subject matter experts and research assistants to edit and implement material written by Stephen Wolfram
  • Coordinating and executing assigned executive-initiated writing projects and other content-creation activities, including blog administration
  • Interacting with cross-functional teams, including company executives, graphic design and product development teams
  • Managing and maintaining author profiles across academic and professional platforms
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Being available during nontraditional work hours for reactive editorial duties
  • Researching and gathering information from disparate sources and media types
  • Performing other administrative tasks as requested

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation
  • High level of initiative
  • Superb organizational skills
  • Technical aptitude
  • Ability to implement HTML in WordPress required

Preferred qualifications

  • Familiarity with platforms such as Crossref, arXiv and Google Scholar
  • Experience with Wolfram Language and Mathematica

Location: Fully remote and seeking candidates from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru

Job type: Full time (40 hours per week)/Independent Contractor

Reporting to: Executive Productivity Manager

Wolfram is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its company. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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