Note: APA operates on a 37.5-hour work week with one-hour lunch breaks each day.
APA sets salaries based on several considerations, including years of relevant
experience, level of education, and previous staff and/or governance experience
at APA.
The Metadata Content Specialist (MCS) analyzes and synthesizes content with the
aid of AI, LLM, and/other automated systems from scholarly journal articles,
book, chapters, and other sources to create records for APA’s discovery
solutions.
The MCS is required to comprehend psychometric concepts and methodology in
psychology and social science disciplines to describe and index content
properly. This person must demonstrate an understanding of both
interdisciplinary and international research and familiarity with LLM to extract
data from these publications.
The MCS is responsible for the quality control of records before they are
released into products. He/she also helps to develop and refine processes and
automated tools to enhance the quality of records, while maximizing efficiencies
in processing.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in psychology or related social
science field, with significant course work in psychology
Two years’ experience in online production in a scholarly publication
environment is preferred
Computer Skills Required (including level of expertise):
Acrobat Reader Proficient
Microsoft Word Proficient
Microsoft Excel Proficient
Email programs Proficient
Web-Based Production Systems Familiarity
Internet Search Systems Advanced
Videoconferencing software Familiarity
Online Collaboration Tools Familiarity
Responsibilities:
Performs record creation and quality assurance activities across APA’s online
discovery solutions as
Selects articles, books, and chapters, and tests from scholarly publications
in psychology and related fields from English and non-English
Occasionally creates records representing the content of documents, providing
users with accurate descriptive information and precision search and Such
processes may require decision making and problem solving beyond that
prescribed in the guidelines or that must be fast-tracked to meet deadlines.
Performs Quality Assurance reviews of basic records created by staff,
freelancers, and outsource vendor(s) in various
Performs duties that support record production, such as such as identifying
inconsistencies in automated output, improving error rates generated by
automated processes, contributing to feedback and development of
machine-aided indexing, and testing quality control
Collaborates with other staff across OPD/APA on various projects and
Other duties as assigned.
About APA:
The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 146,000 psychologists,
students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other
countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization
with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its
501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc.
APA offers a generous employee benefits program, including Remote Work/Flexible
Scheduling; a 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4%; medical, dental,
and vision insurance options and an outpatient mental health benefit; paid
personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays; Family/Medical Leave; tuition
assistance; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); short- and long-term
disability insurance; and more.
Job Location: Remote: APA jobs may be considered for remote work eligibility as
defined in APA’s Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work
employees may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska,
California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, New
York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands,
Washington, Wyoming.
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system
[http://bit.ly/1NJ8gy1] and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your
salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are
considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your
application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make
sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us.
Final candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check as
a condition of employment. Any required consent forms and additional information
will be provided during the final stages of the hiring process.
The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal
appearance, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political
affiliation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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