Metadata Content Specialist

American Psychological Association

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

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing scholarly publications and synthesizing information using AI and automated systems, with a strong understanding of psychometric concepts and methodologies in psychology. Proficient in quality assurance processes and collaboration within a scholarly publication environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In PsychologyTwo Years’ Experience In Scholarly PublicationProficiency In Acrobat ReaderAdvanced Proficiency In Internet Search SystemsFamiliarity With LLMs

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisQuality AssuranceDocument IndexingProblem SolvingResearch Synthesis

Soft Skills

CollaborationDecision Making

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelEmail ProgramsWeb-Based Production SystemsVideoconferencing Software

Industry Keywords

PsychologySocial ScienceInterdisciplinary ResearchInternational ResearchAutomated Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and synthesize scholarly journal articles, books, chapters, and other sources using AI, LLM, and automated systems
Create records for APA’s discovery solutions
Select articles, books, chapters, and texts from scholarly publications in psychology and related fields, including English and non-English publications
Create records representing document content with accurate descriptive information and precise search functionality
Make decisions and solve problems beyond prescribed guidelines when needed to meet deadlines
Perform quality assurance reviews of records created by staff, freelancers, and outsourcing vendors
Identify inconsistencies in automated output and improve error rates generated by automated processes
Contribute to feedback and development of machine-aided indexing
Test quality control processes
Collaborate with APA/OPD staff on various 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
Proficiency in Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and email programs
Familiarity with web-based production systems, videoconferencing software, and online collaboration tools
Advanced proficiency in internet search systems
Comprehension of psychometric concepts and methodology in psychology and social science disciplines
Understanding of interdisciplinary and international research
Familiarity with LLMs to extract data from publications
Successful completion of a background check required for final candidates
Resume and cover letter specifying salary expectations required

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