Remote English Fact-Checking Analyst

Welo Global; United States; Remote; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limitless Flexibility

Limitless Growth

Limitless Support

Real Impact

Job summary

Welo Data, part of Welocalize, is seeking detail-oriented Fact Checking Analysts to evaluate claims against evidence. This remote freelance role emphasizes rigorous research, source evaluation, and clear documentation to ensure accuracy of information used in AI systems.

Start ASAP for a 2-week project at $25/hr. Candidates should have strong English writing, research skills, and the ability to decide based on credible sources. Remote, global collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• Educational background or equivalent experience in Journalism, Research, Editorial, or related field.
• Strong written English comprehension and communication skills.
• Strong online research and information verification skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Comfortable making evidence-based decisions with incomplete or contradictory info.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed guidelines.
• Proficiency with web research tools, search engines, and information sources.
• Strong documentation skills and clear justification of findings.

Responsibilities

• Review information and identify claims requiring verification.
• Research and validate claims using reliable online sources and available evidence.
• Assess source credibility, relevance, consistency, and timeliness when determining claim accuracy.
• Analyse conflicting information and determine the most reasonable conclusion based on available evidence.
• Distinguish between verified facts, assumptions, opinions, and unverifiable information.
• Apply critical thinking and judgment when evaluating claims that require deeper investigation.
• Evaluate information within its relevant context and consider factors that may impact accuracy.
• Document findings clearly and assign appropriate accuracy ratings according to project guidelines.
• Maintain high levels of quality, consistency, and attention to detail while completing assigned tasks.
• Must demonstrate the ability to determine the most authoritative source when multiple sources provide conflicting information and clearly justify evidence-based decisions.

Skills

Written English

Online research

Analytical thinking

Evidence-based decisions

Independent work

Documentation skills

Information verification

Education

Journalism or related field

Tools

Web research tools

Job description

Welo Data, part of Welocalize, is seeking detail-oriented Fact Checking Analysts to evaluate claims against evidence. This remote freelance role emphasizes rigorous research, source evaluation, and clear documentation to ensure accuracy of information used in AI systems.

Start ASAP for a 2-week project at $25/hr. Candidates should have strong English writing, research skills, and the ability to decide based on credible sources. Remote, global collaboration is expected.