Join the IRE training team

IRE is looking for a passionate, high-energy individual who enjoys working with others to join our training team, dedicated to fulfilling our core mission of helping journalists improve their investigative and data skills.

Trainers organize and conduct both in-person and online training in programs such as data journalism bootcamps, online mini bootcamps, customized newsroom training, and regional workshops. The trainer will also help plan and execute our in-person and virtual national conferences and develop clear and useful training materials in investigative and data journalism. The trainer also has the opportunity to create new curricula to meet changing industry needs.

IRE seeks someone with:

• experience in newsrooms with an investigative and/or data focus;
• comfort with public speaking;
• a passion for helping others;
• comfort with spreadsheets and more advanced data analysis skills;
• knowledge of a programming language such as R or Python.
• skills and interest in AI is a plus

IRE offers:

• a friendly, collaborative atmosphere with creative, dedicated colleagues;
• the opportunity to connect to and network with the wider IRE community;
• support to grow both your teaching and your technical skills;
• a chance to bolster investigative journalism around the world;
• attractive health insurance, retirement and other benefits from the University of Missouri.

Location: Remote, with convenient access to an airport

Salary Range: $68,000-$74,000, depending on experience

Apply by August 23, 2024, here.

Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

If you have questions, please contact IRE Director of Content Lauren Grandestaff by email (lauren@ire.org).