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The New York Times

Researcher

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... will include evening work. The newsroom's researchers obtain definitive information for the ... historical newspapers, think tanks, universities, genealogies, social media, and public records ...

THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS

US History Teacher

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Some weekend and evening work may be required. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS The requirements ... Integrates current historical research, ethical discussions, and global issues into the curriculum

CalPolyPomona

Lecturer AY - History

Pomona, CA

... historical research. Our undergraduate majors write a capstone senior thesis based on original ... Assignments may include day, evening, and/or asynchronous online courses. Required Qualifications

Cal Poly Pomona

Lecturer AY - History

Pomona, CA

... historical research. Our undergraduate majors write a capstone senior thesis based on original ... Assignments may include day, evening, and/or asynchronous online courses. Required Qualifications

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide

Manteo, NC · On-site

$50 - $85/hr

Are you brave enough to lead ghost tours in the evening? Ready to share incredible late-night ... While our stories are derived from historic research, a ghost tour wouldn't be the same without the ...

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide

Manteo, NC · On-site

$50 - $85/hr

Are you brave enough to lead ghost tours in the evening? Ready to share incredible late-night ... While our stories are derived from historic research, a ghost tour wouldn't be the same without the ...

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How much do evening historical researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for evening historical researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Evening Historical Researcher vs Evening Archivist?

AspectEvening Historical ResearcherEvening Archivist
Required CredentialsHistory degree, research experienceArchival science degree, records management
Work EnvironmentLibraries, research institutions, museumsArchives, museums, historical societies
Employer & IndustryEducational, research, cultural sectorsLibraries, museums, government agencies

While both roles involve working with historical materials, the Evening Historical Researcher focuses on conducting research and analysis of historical data, often for projects or publications. The Evening Archivist manages and preserves historical records and documents, ensuring their accessibility. Both roles require a background in history or archival science and are common in cultural and educational institutions, but they differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Researcher

Researcher

The New York Times

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

The News Research desk has an opening for a researcher who is adept with public records, archival databases, social media and the art of information gathering. This is a full-time (35 hours a week) position with a Tuesday-Saturday work week and a schedule that will include evening work. 

The newsroom's researchers obtain definitive information for the newsroom during the course of live and breaking news events, long-term investigations and enterprise reporting. You are adept at identifying the best data sources, performing background checks, finding contact details for newsmakers, and tracking down hard-to-find information and sources. You should be detail-oriented and meticulous about verifying facts and figures while working under tight deadlines. You should have a collaborative spirit and be ready to work with reporters and editors around the newsroom to ensure that our reporting is accurate, thorough and well sourced. 

This is an in-office position based in New York, LA, or DC and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to reporter and editor queries on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, business and crime.
  • Provide reporters and editors with in-depth background research on people and organizations.
  • Find sources and information quickly for breaking news events.
  • Stay informed about new research tools and techniques, and share findings with fellow researchers and other newsroom staff members.
  • Monitor developing news stories using multiple sources to identify where research help may be needed.
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world

Basic Qualifications: 

  • Two or more years of professional experience as a researcher at a news organization, library or academic institution.
  • Professional experience finding information via search engines, reference books, government agencies, court dockets, case law, federal and state archives, congressional registers, corporate filings, special and public libraries, current and historical newspapers, think tanks, universities, genealogies, social media, and public records aggregators.
  • Demonstrated experience and comfort reaching out directly to recognized authorities in the process of conducting research to assist reporters.
  • Familiarity with research tools including Accurint, Factiva, Nexis, PACER and others, including OSINT resources.
  • Experience working with A.I. research tools and vetting the accuracy of the information they produce.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of and proficiency working in a language other than English.

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of New York.

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