Temporary Employee - Writer/Editor, Knowledge at Wharton

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Posted Job Title

Temporary Employee - Writer/Editor, Knowledge at Wharton

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Temporary Employee - The Knowledge at Wharton writer/editor writes stories based on Wharton faculty research; produces engaging written summaries of Wharton faculty interviews on the Wharton Business Daily (WBD) radio show; and conducts podcast interviews with Wharton faculty on a regular cadence. The position also requires reviewing faculty research and WBD segments for publication suitability, and light editing/proofreading as needed, especially for the weekly Knowledge at Wharton newsletter.

Job Description

The Knowledge at Wharton writer/editor writes stories based on Wharton faculty research; produces engaging written summaries of Wharton faculty interviews on the Wharton Business Daily (WBD) radio show; and conducts podcast interviews with Wharton faculty on a regular cadence. The position also requires reviewing faculty research and WBD segments for publication suitability, and light editing/proofreading as needed, especially for the weekly Knowledge at Wharton newsletter.

Requirements

Familiarity with Wharton faculty research across a wide range of topics. Ability to read and comprehend academic literature, conduct in-depth interviews on business topics, and translate research findings for a lay readership. In order to be successful in this role, the candidate should have an accessible and engaging writing style, a high level of accuracy with detail, and the ability to produce error-free prose. A background in journalism is required, as well as editing experience. Podcast experience is a plus, as the person in this role will be expected to produce audio interviews with Wharton faculty.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$7.25 - $60.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.