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Staff reporter, Retraction Watch
Posted July 29, 2025
Retraction Watch is hiring a second staff reporter to join our small team. If you’re interested in accountability science journalism with impact that drives the conversation around scientific integrity and is frequently picked up by local, national and international news outlets, this role is for you.
The staff reporter will:
- write two to three stories per week
- pitch, report and write stories for partner news outlets
- Salary: $55,000-$70,000 per year, depending on experience
Strong candidates for this role will have experience and/or training in journalism; experience chasing challenging stories and working with a variety of sources; familiarity with the medical research and scientific publishing ecosystems; and the ability to work independently.
This position is made possible through generous support from our donors. It is a two-year position, with the intention to renew based on budget availability.
The application form is now closed. Thanks to all who applied.
Retraction Watch journalism internship
Retraction Watch covers science and research integrity through the lens of retractions. Its staff of two full-time journalists, as well as its two founding editors and a network of freelance writers, publish daily stories on research integrity, scientific misconduct, publishing, accountability, and more.
We typically offer a summer and fall internship position. The internship is 10 weeks long (with an possible extension up to 12 weeks), 35 hours per week, and pays $20/hour. It is a remote position. The intern is expected to write two to three stories per week.
Strong candidates will have a solid understanding of academic science and scientific publishing, as well as training in science journalism and a keen interest in accountability journalism.
Your application package should include your resume, three samples of your work, and answers to these questions:
- Why are you interested in the internship at Retraction Watch?
- What training and/or experience do you have in accountability journalism?
- What skills and perspectives would you bring to Retraction Watch?
Find the current deadlines and link to the application form on the Retraction Watch website.
Working for The Center for Scientific Integrity
The Center and all of its projects are fully remote workplaces. Any role can be based anywhere in the world, as long as successful candidates can commit to at least four hours per day of overlap with US East Coast working hours.
We do not offer health insurance, but U.S. employees are eligible for a 401(k) with a generous match. We also offer paid vacation time and unlimited sick time.
If you have any issues with the application forms or specific questions about the open positions, email kate@centerforscientificintegrity.org.