Macmillan Publishers

Physics Content Developer (Contract)


Pay$50.00 / hour
LocationRemote
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: PHYSI003018

      This position will be employed through a third party company working remotely throughout the U.S.

      The Content Development contractor works on an assignment basis on short- and/or longer-term projects to develop higher ed course material such as textbooks, ebooks, digital activities, and assessment and to ensure that the content meets identified market needs and pedagogical standards in Physics and other STEM disciplines. This role will report to a development manager.

      Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

      • Develop content with sound pedagogical underpinnings designed to address specific teaching and learning problems
      • Edit the work of authors and content providers, ensuring adherence to Macmillan guidelines
      • Collaborate with editorial team members, such as program managers, development editors, media editors, content project managers, and assistants
      • Assist in testing product plans and execution, analyze results, and iterate
      • Review content in content management tools

      Required Skills / Knowledge:

      • Experience developing print and digital content for the STEM higher ed curriculum, particularly physics
      • Experience working with authors and content providers– directing, evaluating, and shaping their work
      • Ability to use market feedback and data to shape content plans
      • Familiarity with instructional design principles
      • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

      Education Requirements:

      Bachelors degree

      Pay Rate: $50/hour, depending on experience

      Hours: Part-time, depending on project needs, with potential for periods of no work and those of intense work requiring quick turnaround

      Duration: Weeks to many months, depending on project needs

      Location: Remote

      Note: Please supply a cover letter with your resume

      Equal Opportunity Employer
      This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

  • About the company

      Macmillan Publishers is a British publishing company traditionally considered to be one of the 'Big Five' English language publishers.

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