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Freelance Research Assistant, Mslexia Publications Ltd

  •  North East
  •  Â£25k-30k (pro rata)
  •  Part time
  •  Closes June 27, 2025
  •  Maxine Davies
  •  maxine@mslexia.co.uk
  • #Literature

Description

Job Summary

Mslexia are looking to appoint a freelance research assistant to work with us on a short-term freelance basis to support with research and listings for the 5th edition Indie Press Guide.

Job Description

Contract: Freelance, fixed-term

Total fee: £1,575

Days: 105 hours worked flexibly over 8 weeks

Deadline: 27 June 2025

Interviews: 2 July 2025

The Freelance Researcher will work alongside Mslexia's Production Editor and will be responsible for compiling and updating listings for the 5th edition of the Indie Press Guide, a directory listing independent presses in the UK and Ireland.

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with excellent organisation skills. The role requires excellent verbal, written and analytical skills. The successful candidate should have experience of research and must be able to work autonomously and flexibly, reporting to the project leader with regular check-ins. Knowledge of the UK publishing landscape would be a bonus.

Job Requirements

  • Experience of undertaking research tasks
  • Excellent verbal, written and analytical skills
  • Attention to detail

Job Responsibilities

  • Organise and categorise survey responses
  • Fact-checking and copyediting listings texts
  • Maintain and update IPG Excel spreadsheet
  • Liaise with independent presses to ensure written records are accurate
  • Write reviews of print and pdf publications
  • Any other duties necessary to achieve a comprehensive overview of the independent publishing landscape

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How to Apply

To apply, please email your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected].

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