Research Manager

• At least 1 cycle of political opposition research required. Campaign or political committee research experience preferred
• Experience with research bullet writing
• Experience using LexisNexis, court records retrieval, campaign finance analysis, analyzing primary source documents, and commonly used research databases
• Experience with public records requests
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Experience utilizing other research resources preferred
• Experience with project planning and/or managing staff a plus

• Collaborate with and support the Research Director to develop and execute short- and long-term research projects for the campaign
• Help manage the research department, including training and supervising junior researchers, and contribute to editing of research products
• Manage the campaign vetting program
• Conduct and oversee the campaign records program for self and opposition research, including public records requests and facilitation of on-location research
• Write research backups for paid media, survey research materials, and rapid response components as necessary
• All other duties as assigned

• Salary: $7,500 per month
• Healthcare premium covered by campaign.
• Hours: Full-time position. This position’s schedule will vary based on the needs of the campaign and point in the cycle and is likely to require evening and weekend work over the course of the election cycle.

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