Opinion Fact Checker
About The Position
The New York Times Opinion section is seeking a staff-editor-level fact-checker to work on guest essays and other Opinion content, with an emphasis on data-driven essays. The role is based in New York City and is an in-office position with regular office attendance; some remote-work flexibility may be available according to departmental guidance. The fact-checker verifies information and analysis, particularly complex datasets and quantitative work, and helps explain quantitative analysis to general readers. The role requires strong quantitative and statistical reasoning, careful verification, the ability to work with unfamiliar material on deadline, and an interest in data and opinion journalism. Collegiality and diplomacy are essential. The position is represented by the NewsGuild of New York and reports to an Assistant Editor in Opinion.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in statistics, public policy, data science, economics, quantitative social science, or applied experience at a think tank, nonprofit, or governmental statistical agency.
- Experience navigating complex analyses and questioning data sources and analyses.
- Experience in survey research and modelling.
- Data-handling experience and fluency in a statistical programming language such as R or Python.
- Strong quantitative and statistical reasoning skills.
- Ability to work with unfamiliar material on deadline.
- Devotion to high standards of accuracy and verification.
- Collegiality and diplomacy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in fact-checking, writing, or editing.
- Experience applying data analysis in journalism.
- Appreciation for Opinion journalism and understanding of the broader media landscape.
Responsibilities
- Verify the accuracy of information and analysis in data-driven guest essays and other Opinion journalism.
- Eliminate errors and ensure fairness and accuracy, correcting contradictions and omissions.
- Verify datasets and other forms of quantitative information and analysis.
- Break down quantitative analysis for general, non-expert readers.
- See work through all stages of the publishing process.
- Support and understand journalistic independence and demonstrate commitment to the mission of seeking truth and helping people understand the world.
Benefits
- Possible variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock, depending on role eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s).
- Company-matching 401(k) plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick days.
- Paid parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
