Editor, Publishing & Editorial, Creative Arts​/Media

Title:

Research Editor

Location:

Chicago, ILDetails: 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Experience editing technical, academic, research, or subject matter expert-driven content preferred.
• Experience supporting publications through review, approval, and production processes.

• Advanced copyediting, proofreading, and substantive editing skills.
• Strong knowledge of editorial style guides, including Chicago Manual of Style or similar standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain and present complex subject matter in a clear and engaging manner.
• Experience reviewing page layouts, content formatting, and publication-ready materials.
• Familiarity with AI research tools and prompt engineering concepts.
• Experience working with web content management systems and reviewing HTML-formatted content.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with authors, researchers, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.
• Interest in economics, public policy, research communications, financial services, or related subject matter.