Research Editor

About The New Indian Express Group

The New Indian Express Group, one of India's oldest and largest media organizations, was established by the Late Shri Ramnath Goenka. The group publishes newspapers and periodicals across various states including Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha, and Union Territories like Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its publications include renowned English dailies such as The New Indian Express, The Morning Standard, and their Sunday editions, as well as regional publications like Dinamani in Tamil and Samakalika Malayalam Varika weekly magazine. The group operates multiple publication centers and marketing offices in major cities.

Job Description

We are looking for a Research Editor based in Kochi to join our Library and Research Department. This role involves collaborating closely with reporters and editors to supply comprehensive research and background information supporting news stories and in-depth journalism. You will be responsible for verifying the accuracy, relevance, and credibility of all content, conducting data analysis, and compiling relevant statistics and research materials for editorial use. Maintaining and updating research databases for easy access by the editorial team is also essential.

Key duties include generating story ideas and assisting in planning special reports through thorough research and trend analysis within the news industry. You will engage with external experts, think tanks, and institutions to gather detailed insights on various topics, staying current on news events, media developments, and social issues to provide necessary context. Upholding journalistic standards of accuracy and integrity in all outputs is critical.

Additional tasks encompass creating backgrounders and chronologies of regional, national, and international events, indexing news articles by assigning keywords, writing captions for photographs, and sourcing statistical data from in-house databases and internet resources for reporters and editors.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is proactive and efficient, with a keen interest in contributing to the research team. You should demonstrate a proven capacity to perform comprehensive research and analyze complex information on diverse subjects, along with a meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to journalistic ethics. An understanding of news cycles, current media trends, and the news landscape is vital. Familiarity with data analysis tools and research database management is expected, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should hold a Master's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English Literature, or Political Science, coupled with strong proficiency in English. Candidates with fresh or up to two years’ experience in newspapers or television are encouraged to apply.