Metadata Content Specialist

American Psychological Association

. Analyze and synthesize content from scholarly journal articles, books, chapters, and other sources using AI, LLM, and automated systems .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $41 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and synthesizing scholarly content, with a strong focus on quality control and process improvement in record management. Proficient in utilizing automated systems and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in indexing and data extraction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In PsychologyTwo Years Experience In Scholarly PublicationProficient In Microsoft ExcelAdvanced Proficiency In Internet Search SystemsFamiliarity With LLMs

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Hard Skills

Content AnalysisQuality ControlRecord ManagementData ExtractionIndexingPsychometric ConceptsAutomated SystemsProcess ImprovementProblem SolvingDecision Making

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention To DetailCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Acrobat ReaderMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelEmail ProgramsWeb-Based Production SystemsVideoconferencing SoftwareOnline Collaboration Tools

Industry Keywords

Scholarly PublicationsPsychologySocial ScienceInterdisciplinary ResearchInternational Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and synthesize content from scholarly journal articles, books, chapters, and other sources using AI, LLM, and automated systems
Create records for APA’s discovery solutions
Describe and index scholarly content accurately
Perform quality control of records before release into products
Develop and refine processes and automated tools to improve record quality and processing efficiency
Select articles, books, chapters, and tests from scholarly publications in psychology and related fields, including English and non-English publications
Create records representing document content and provide accurate descriptive information and precise search
Make decisions and solve problems beyond prescribed guidelines when needed to meet deadlines
Perform quality assurance reviews of basic records created by staff, freelancers, and outsource vendors
Identify inconsistencies in automated output and improve error rates from automated processes
Contribute to feedback and development of machine-aided indexing
Test quality control processes
Collaborate with staff across OPD/APA on projects
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Proficient in Acrobat Reader
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficient in email programs
Familiarity with web-based production systems
Advanced proficiency in internet search systems
Familiarity with videoconferencing software
Familiarity with online collaboration tools
Comprehension of psychometric concepts and methodology in psychology and social science disciplines
Understanding of interdisciplinary and international research
Familiarity with LLMs for extracting data from publications
Qualified candidates must submit a resume and cover letter specifying salary expectations
Final candidates must successfully complete a background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling
401(k) option with employer match of up to 4%
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Outpatient mental health benefit
Paid personal/vacation time
12 paid holidays
Family/Medical Leave
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance