Remote Research Editor: Dig Deep, Make Sense, Tell the Story
Get Ready to Dive Deep
Ever found yourself chasing a trail of links to answer a simple question—and enjoying every minute of it? Do you ask “how do we know that’s true?” before accepting an answer? If that sounds like you, you’re exactly the kind of thinker we work with.
This isn’t some dry research gig. Here, you get to pull together facts, explore topics with curiosity, and help shape stories that actually make people go, “huh, I didn’t know that.”
Sound like fun? Good—because it is.
What Your Day Will Actually Look Like
Find the Facts That Matter
You’ll jump into new topics, explore what’s real (and what’s not), and bring back insights others miss. One day, it’s climate change policy. The next? Maybe how tech layoffs are reshaping entire industries.
It’s a mix of:
- Reading primary sources
- Comparing stats and claims
- Noticing gaps no one else sees
Edit Like It Means Something
You won’t just clean up typos. You’ll sharpen the message. You’ll catch confusing phrasing and make it smooth. You’ll make the dry stuff sing.
You’re the one who makes sure what we publish isn’t just correct, but clear, direct, and surprisingly enjoyable.
Keep the Bar High
Trust is everything. So, your job? Keep bad sources out. Push for better ones. Call out red flags.
You’re the buffer between fast content and factual content. You’re the one who says, “Let’s double-check that.”
See the Bigger Picture
You won’t be buried in bullet points. You’ll connect dots, notice patterns, and highlight what's important. Research isn’t just about collecting info—it’s about making meaning from it.
Tools We Use (and Adapt As We Go)
We’re not glued to one stack. But right now, these are our go-tos:
- Google Docs + Notion for outlines and drafts
- Grammarly and Hemingway for the polish
- Slack for daily chatter and project updates
- Loom or Zoom when a quick convo beats typing
- Research databases, whitepapers, Twitter threads—whatever the project needs
You’ve probably got your own go-to tools too. We love that.
Working Remote, But Staying Connected
Remote doesn’t mean isolated. Here’s how we keep the team vibe alive:
- Short daily check-ins: No dragging meetings, just quick syncs.
- Asynchronous work: Get stuff done on your schedule.
- Weekly share-outs: Wins, questions, fabulous finds, or just a good gif.
- Help is always a ping away: Seriously. No one’s left hanging.
Real Talk: A Day on the Job
9:00 AM – Log in, check Slack, say hey. See, a teammate posted a killer resource on climate tech.
10:00 AM – Deep dive into a topic about workplace automation. You’re tracking sources, pulling quotes, spotting what’s useful.
11:30 AM – Share a Loom recording with feedback on a draft. No lengthy write-up, just fast clarity.
1:00 PM – Post-lunch, hop on a 15-minute huddle. You talk through a tricky section with your editor, get unstuck fast.
3:00 PM – Final round of edits on a report. You tighten phrasing, verify links, and add a line that makes it all click.
4:30 PM – Drop a question in Slack about a weird stat. Teammate replies in five. Teamwork.
What You Bring to the Table
Let’s keep it real. You don’t need to be a walking encyclopedia. But these things? They matter:
You Have:
- A love for truth-telling (aka research)
- Strong editing instincts
- A brain that asks thoughtful questions
- Solid English writing skills
- Respect for the reader’s time and attention
It’d Be Great If You Also Have:
- Experience in editorial, research, or media
- A favorite topic you geek out about
- Curiosity that doesn’t quit
- Some comfort with content tools (or a hunger to learn them)
How Our Team Works
No drama. No egos. Just smart, curious people helping each other make great work.
We:
- Share ideas, fast
- Give helpful feedback, not harsh
- Celebrate wins (even small ones)
- Let people be people—life happens, and that’s okay
Pay, Perks, and Flexibility
Let’s cut to it: the annual salary is $79,000.
You can work from anywhere. Really. As long as your Wi-Fi is solid and there’s a bit of overlap with the team, you’re golden.
No rigid schedules. No clock-watching. Just clear goals, trust, and space to do your thing.
Why People Stay
We asked the team. Here’s what they said:
- “I feel trusted. No micromanaging.”
- “I’m learning constantly.”
- “We actually enjoy working together—even on tough days.”
Ready to Jump In?
If you’ve made it here, something probably clicked. Maybe it’s the love of truth. Maybe it’s the freedom to work how and where you want. Perhaps you’re just tired of content that doesn’t say anything.
Whatever it is—let’s go.
You bring your brain. We’ll get the space to use it.
