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How much do academic transcription jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for academic transcription in the United States is $22.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an academic transcriptionist?

An Academic Transcription job involves converting spoken lectures, interviews, research discussions, and other educational audio or video content into written text. Academic transcriptionists must have strong listening skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with specialized terminology used in academic settings. These transcriptions help students, researchers, and professors by providing accurate, readable records of discussions or presentations. The job may require knowledge of different subjects and formatting styles depending on the institution or client's needs.

What are some typical challenges an academic transcriptionist faces, and how can they be managed?

Academic Transcriptionists often encounter challenges such as deciphering complex terminology, handling multiple speaker environments, and working with varying audio quality. To manage these, it’s important to develop a good understanding of subject-specific language, use high-quality headphones and software tools with playback controls, and take advantage of research skills to verify unfamiliar terms. Time management is also crucial, as transcription assignments may have tight deadlines, especially during busy academic periods. Networking with fellow transcriptionists or subject matter experts can provide additional support and resources when handling difficult material. Maintaining a focus on accuracy and organization helps ensure quality results and continued success in the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic transcriptionist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Transcriptionist, you should have excellent listening skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and strong command of grammar and spelling, often backed by experience or specialized training in transcription. Familiarity with transcription software, word processing applications, and occasionally voice recognition tools is commonly required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to maintain confidentiality distinguish top performers in this field. These skills ensure that transcriptions are accurate, completed efficiently, and uphold the privacy standards essential in academic settings.

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Infographic showing various Academic Transcription job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 69% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,067 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Academic Resource Specialist

El Paso Community College Cafe

El Paso, TX • On-site

$30K - $33K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Salary : $30,595.00 - $33,117.00 Annually
Location : District Wide, El Paso, TX
Job Type: Full time - Regular
Job Number: 2026108
Division: VP Instruction & Workforce Education
Department: Student Success Office
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Employee Classification: Classified Staff
Position Grade: E
Job Summary
Provide instructional support services to the students and assist in the day-to-day operations of the Tutoring Centers. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
Provide information about specialized support services and provide academic tutoring to various disciplines. Assist with various tasks to include tutor scheduling and training.
Record, track, and maintain related student records. Responsible for preparing forms and reports.
Develop promotional or marketing materials and tools and maintain mailing lists. Conduct new tutor orientation and presentations.
Provide training, guidance, and work direction to other Academic Resource Specialists and tutors within the department. Collaborate with department staff to establish goals and recommend ways to improve department services.
Perform routine assessment of student academic and support needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
1. Associate's Degree and three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.
2. Must possess an understanding of general office practices, to include computer literacy, organizational skills, and strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
3. Experience providing effective customer service.
4. Ability to interact effectively with students, staff, and the general public.
5. Ability to handle and solve daily challenges.
6. Experience conducting presentations.
7. Effective time management, prioritizing, and multi-tasking skills.
8. Experience supervising, training, and guiding personnel.
Special Conditions:
1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.
Other Requirements
Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.
COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION. TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.
A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.
Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).
Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.
Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.
In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.
The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.