Welo Data is seeking English-language Fact-Checking Analysts in India for a short-term remote freelance assignment.

The selected analysts will investigate claims, evaluate supporting evidence and determine whether AI-generated information is accurate, misleading, unverifiable or contradicted by reliable sources.

The opportunity is particularly relevant to candidates with backgrounds in journalism, research, communications, editorial work, public policy, law, content analysis or information science.

Position Details

PositionFact-Checking Analyst – English
OrganisationWelo Data
LocationIndia

Working Mode: Remote

Job Type: Freelance

Project Duration: Approximately two weeks

Start Date: As soon as possible

LanguageEnglish

Advertised Rate: $25 per hour

Application Deadline: No closing date stated

Application ModeOnline

About the Assignment

The analyst will examine information and identify claims that require verification.

This involves finding reliable evidence, comparing information from different sources and making a defensible judgement about the accuracy of each claim.

The completed work will contribute to improving the accuracy, reliability and trustworthiness of AI-generated information.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review AI-generated information and identify verifiable claims
  • Research claims using reliable online sources
  • Evaluate the authority and credibility of sources
  • Consider whether sources are relevant, consistent and current
  • Compare conflicting information from multiple sources
  • Separate verified facts from opinions, assumptions and unsupported claims
  • Assess claims that contain incomplete or ambiguous information
  • Assign appropriate accuracy ratings under project guidelines
  • Document evidence and explain the reasoning behind conclusions
  • Maintain accuracy, consistency and attention to detail
  • Determine the most authoritative source when evidence conflicts

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should possess an educational background or equivalent professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Journalism
  • Research
  • Editorial work
  • Communications
  • Content analysis
  • Public policy
  • Law
  • Information science
  • A related discipline

Required Skills

Candidates should have:

  • Strong written English comprehension
  • Clear written communication skills
  • Online research and information-verification skills
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail
  • Ability to evaluate source credibility
  • Ability to work with incomplete or contradictory information
  • Confidence making evidence-based decisions
  • Familiarity with search engines and online research tools
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong documentation skills
  • Ability to apply detailed project guidelines consistently

Application Requirements

The online application asks candidates to provide:

  • Résumé or CV
  • Full name and contact information
  • Current location
  • LinkedIn profile or relevant professional links, where available
  • Details of relevant professional experience
  • Number of years of fact-checking and comprehensive-reading experience
  • A brief explanation of suitability for the assignment
  • An explanation of the applicant’s fact-checking process
  • Relevant research papers, certificates or work samples, where available

The application form includes “No Experience” and “0–2 years” among its experience options. Therefore, early-career candidates may apply, but they must still demonstrate relevant research, reasoning and verification skills.

Why This Opportunity Matters for Media Students

The assignment demonstrates how traditional journalism skills are being applied to emerging AI-related careers.

Skills such as source verification, critical reading, contextual analysis and editorial judgement are increasingly required to evaluate AI-generated content.

This makes the position relevant to journalism and media graduates seeking experience in:

  • AI-content evaluation
  • Digital fact-checking
  • Research and verification
  • Content quality assurance
  • Trust and safety
  • AI training and data quality
  • Synthetic-media investigation

Payment and Project Conditions

The vacancy advertises a rate of $25 per hour for applicants in India.

However, the announcement does not state the number of working hours guaranteed during the approximately two-week assignment. Applicants should not interpret the hourly rate as a guaranteed total income.

Candidates should confirm the workload, payment method, tax implications, working schedule and project conditions before accepting an assignment.

How to Apply

1. Open the official Welo Data vacancy page.

2. Select “Apply for this job.”

3. Upload an updated résumé or CV.

4. Complete the personal and professional information.

5. Explain your fact-checking experience and verification process.

6. Upload relevant supporting documents or work samples, if available.

7. Review the information and submit the online application.

No application deadline is stated. Since the project is expected to begin as soon as possible and last approximately two weeks, interested candidates should apply promptly.

Official Vacancy Page

https://jobs.lever.co/weloglobal/d82b8a53-e352-49f8-a005-e3f06cb516b8

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