Opinion Fact Checker

The New York Times Opinion section is looking for a fact-checker to work on guest essays and other work produced by Opinion, with a specific emphasis on data-driven essays. The job, which is staff-editor level, based in New York, is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, experienced in applying data analysis to journalism and has broad-ranging news interests. The fact checker must have ease in working with and analyzing complex datasets; strong quantitative and statistical reasoning skills; a devotion to the highest standards of accuracy and verification; the ability to dive into unfamiliar material on deadline; and a strong interest in both data and opinion journalism. Collegiality and diplomacy are essential. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance. Responsibilities: This fact checker will perform functions that include, but are not limited to, the following: • Verify the accuracy of information and analysis contained in data-driven guest essays and other forms of opinion journalism. • Eliminating errors, ensuring fairness and accuracy and correcting contradictions and omissions. • Verifying datasets and other forms of quantitative information and analysis. • Breaking down quantitative analysis to general, non-expert readers. • Seeing the work through all stages of the publishing process. • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world. • You will report to an Assistant Editor in Opinion. Basic Qualifications: • At least 2 years of experience in statistics, public policy, data science, economics, quantitative social science or applied experience at a think-tank, non-profit or governmental statistical agency. • Experience navigating complex analyses and pushing back to question data sources and analyses. • Experience in survey research and modelling. • Data handling experience - fluency in a statistical programming language such as R or Python. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in fact-checking, writing or editing. • Experience applying data analysis in journalism. • An appreciation for Opinion journalism and understanding of the broader media landscape. This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY. REQ-020956 Additional Compensation and Benefits: For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process The annual base pay range for this role is between: $113,945.85-$115,000 USD Candidate Use of GenAI Tools: We're excited to learn more about you and your experience. To keep our hiring process as fair and authentic as possible, we ask that you submit your own work and not use GenAI tools to generate substantive content during the application and interview process. If you're an engineering candidate, we'll let you know what specific GenAI tools you are permitted to use for your technical assessment.