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How to find Freelance Research Writing Jobs the easy way

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Who do Research Writers work for and how to find freelance research writing jobs?

When it comes to finding a freelance research writing job, If your like me you probably think of research as someting for Technology, Science, R&D (research and development) or academic research professors. Many are not aware of the marketing research writer who do Internet research, creative writing, product descriptions, business and medical research, essay editing, opinion pieces, article writing, newsletter writing and academically cited library style research. Well the aforementioned is an actual job description found on Craigslist of a content writing company who is looking for a freelance research writer.

This particular tutorial will cover what it takes to be a researcher and who needs these types of services. Interestingly enough the article marketing directories has made such skills indespensible, among writers. It is a great asset to add to your resume if you are good at gathering facts data and can compile it in a report. Potential clients need to provide content on various topics and need someone who can dig and find the information they need.

iFreelance has a job board for finding research projects

http://www.ifreelance.com/Freelancers/Freelance-Researchers/
http://www.ifreelance.com/Freelancers/Freelance-Researchers/

The types of companies and busineses that use freelance researchers are all types of industries

Freelance Prospect Research Network uses freelance research writers , they provide professional prospect research services to philanthropic organizations including private secondary schools, major universities, environmental organizations, and medical institutions throughout the United States.

Another site ifreelance.com that posts projects of companies hiring researchers and profiles of journalism job professionals who showcase their skills has a unique plateform to keep as a resource for finding the job your looking for, notice screen shot above.

Next you will notice that under the search term "research writing jobs" Ball State University Career Center Resources for Careers comes up on the first page of Google it is a Research and Writing web site that provides print and online publications for the job seeker.

Resource for Careers in Research Writing

search results for the term "research writing jobs"
search results for the term "research writing jobs"

How to find research writing jobs the easy way

Now in your search for freelance writing jobs some things you will need to be prepared for a career in research, is you will need to be someone who likes information, who can consume large amounts of data and basically organize it in a readable format. See when companies hire researchers they need someone who can filter through all types of information and resources.

Research Writers Guide to the Best places to find information

Some search techniques that you will find helpful is knowing where to look to find information. First lets find out from others what they have to say about it. Here are some of the tips other research writers have used successfully.

  • Public libraries - have great online resources allowing one to search through catalog, reserve items, and electronic journals.
  • Colleges, universities and trade schools - is a good place to find experts on any subject from science, automotive or marketing.
  • Authors and Book Publishers - are good interview subjects for picking their brains on topics they write about.
  • Use the Internet - It is global and expansive and with the right keywords it can help save you time.

Want more research tips check out: Wendy Boswell, she is a guide who specializes in websearch and she knows her way around the web. Great resource: for those looking to build a career as a freelance research writer.

How to Become a Freelance Writer : All About Research & Freelance Writing

How much do online researchers make?

You are probably wondering what type of salaries freelance researchers can earn online, well SimplyHired.com reports that Online Researcher Salaries and the average salary for Online Researcher jobs is $74,000. Remember that Researcher salaries can vary greatly due to company, location, industry, experience and benefits. Other job titles include:

  • Research Intern: $21,000
  • Researcher $54,000
  • Market Researcher $49,000
  • Market Research Analyst $49,000
  • Research Scientist $76,000

Get the whole list of salaries at Simplyhired.

Why it is important that what you are writing is REAL

Make sure you take the time to research and find as much information possible on any given subject, that way you will have more to write about and others can learn from. Another tip is to get varying viewpoints on the same subject, stay objective and keep the facts prioritized in a way that the reader can come to a logical conclusion of what they came to discover.

Requirements of the jobs you will find for research jobs include: Ability to complete assigned research and writing projects by prescribed deadlines; Must be able to work in fast-paced, detail-oriented environment; Effective communication and organizational skills, verbal written, experience in writing.One Job board that is a good resource for writers is JuJu. there site makes it easier to find writing jobs because traditional online job search methods take too much time and make it difficult for job seekers to find a comprehensive set of relevant jobs, so they strive to create tools that make web-based job listings more accessible for those looking to build a online writing career from home.

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Online Writing Contest  says:
8 months ago

Nice information. Do they are online research and what to do in that and how much can earn

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Research Analyst  says:
8 months ago

From the research I have done current salaries range from 40 to 70 thousand. not bad. I am sure it depends on other things as well such as experience, education and the company.

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