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 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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Bachelor's degree required, preferably in psychology or related social science with significant coursework in psychology; 2 years' online production experience in scholarly publishing preferred; proficiency in Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Word, Excel, email, web-based production systems, internet search, videoconferencing, and collaboration tools.

Key Responsibilities

• creating metadata records
• performing quality assurance
• developing processes

Skills & Tools

Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Email programs, Web-Based Production Systems, Internet Search Systems, Videoconferencing software, Online Collaboration Tools

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States or Alabama or Arizona or Arkansas or Connecticut or Delaware or District of Columbia or Florida or Georgia or Idaho or Illinois or Indiana or Kansas or Kentucky or Maine or Maryland or Massachusetts or Michigan or Minnesota or Mississippi or Missouri or Nevada or New Hampshire or New Jersey or New Mexico or North Carolina or Oklahoma or Oregon or Pennsylvania or South Carolina or South Dakota or Tennessee or Texas or Utah or Vermont or Virginia or West Virginia or Wisconsin
• Salary: USD 60,000 – 79,000 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan

About American Psychological Association

A scientific and professional organization representing psychologists and advancing psychological knowledge. — Industry: Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs