Title: Research Editor Location: Chicago, IL Details: 24-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, Hybrid position onsite 4 days weekly Pay Rate: $46.00 – 50.00/hr. with benefit inclusions
Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Research Editor to support the development, editing, and publication of high-quality research content. This individual will edit scholarly articles, research periodicals, e-newsletters, website content, and speeches, helping translate complex technical and economic subject matter into clear, engaging communications for broad audiences. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, highly organized editor with strong writing skills, a commitment to accuracy, and an interest in leveraging AI tools to enhance editorial workflows.
Responsibilities
Copyedit and proofread research publications, periodicals, e-newsletters, and related editorial content.
Perform substantive editing of manuscripts and research documents to improve clarity, consistency, and readability.
Edit and review content intended for publication on public-facing websites and digital platforms.
Collaborate with researchers and subject matter experts to translate complex topics into accessible communications.
Communicate editorial processes, revisions, and timelines with authors and stakeholders.
Review and verify bibliographies, citations, tables, charts, figures, indexes, and other publication elements.
Utilize AI-enabled tools to improve editorial efficiency and content quality.
Review HTML-converted content and coordinate revisions with web production teams.
Maintain accurate records of editorial projects within tracking and documentation systems.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting quality standards and deadlines.
Years of Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Economics, Communications, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in content editing, copyediting, proofreading, or related editorial work.