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Stand Together

Senior Political Research Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$133K - $134K/yr

As a Senior Political Research Analyst, you will leverage your research experience to better inform our electoral strategies. How You Will Contribute * Conduct policy and legislative research on ...

Stand Together

Senior Political Research Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$133K - $134K/yr

As a Senior Political Research Analyst, you will leverage your research experience to better inform our electoral strategies. How You Will Contribute * Conduct policy and legislative research on ...

Indivisible Project

Senior Political Manager

$102K/yr

Research key issues, candidates, and constituencies to provide in-depth understandings of targets to program directors * Develop an analysis of the political landscape to inform organizational ...

Current SEIU

Researcher - 1199SEIU

Washington, DC · On-site

$79K/yr

Experience in labor or political research. * Extensive writing experience. * Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills * Strong computer skills, including word processing, database ...

TaskForce

Research and Administrative Manager

S. politics or political research. While they won't conduct most of the research personally, they will play a central role in ensuring every piece of work is delivered on time, accurate, and ...

AIPAC

Coordinator, Research

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$50K - $55K/yr

Political Location: Washington, DC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director, Political Research Version Date: June 2024 Summary AIPAC's mission is to encourage and persuade the U.S. government to ...

Fox

Political Information Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

Fox News Media is seeking a Political Information Specialist to join its news research department ... Research, verify, analyze, and synthesize complex information from a wide range of sources to ...

AIPAC

Coordinator, Research

Washington, DC · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Political Location: Washington, DC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director, Political Research Version Date: June 2024 Summary AIPAC's mission is to encourage and persuade the U.S. government to ...

We Vote

Political Data Intern - Fall 2026

Oakland, CA · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

Research and update political candidate information for several U.S. states (you get to choose regions you want to learn about from the whole country) * Track candidate declarations and ballot ...

Kdfw Fox 4

Political Reporter

Chicago, IL

$60 - $72/hr

Use data, public records, and research tools to uncover impactful stories * Engage with viewers through social media platforms and community events * Monitor political trends and identify stories ...

Fox

Political Reporter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60 - $72/hr

Use data, public records, and research tools to uncover impactful stories * Engage with viewers through social media platforms and community events * Monitor political trends and identify stories ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for political 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.

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Political Researchers often encounter challenges such as accessing reliable and up-to-date information, especially from restricted or rapidly changing sources. Balancing objectivity and accuracy when interpreting data is essential, as is managing tight deadlines for delivering research to stakeholders. Additionally, researchers frequently collaborate with analysts, policy experts, and communication teams, requiring strong communication skills to ensure findings are clearly presented and actionable.

What does a political researcher do?

A political researcher gathers, analyzes, and interprets data related to political systems, public policies, elections, and government activities. They often work for think tanks, political parties, advocacy groups, or academic institutions, supporting decision-making by providing insights and recommendations. Their work may include conducting surveys, reviewing legislation, monitoring media, and preparing reports on political trends or issues. Political researchers play a vital role in informing political strategies and public understanding of political processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Political Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Researcher, you need strong analytical skills, a background in political science or a related field, and experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods. Familiarity with data analysis software (such as SPSS or Stata), public databases, and citation management tools is typically required. Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and critical thinking are vital soft skills for interpreting information and presenting findings. These abilities enable Political Researchers to produce accurate, insightful analysis that supports policy decisions, campaigns, and scholarly work.
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Senior Political Research Analyst

Senior Political Research Analyst

Stand Together

Arlington, VA

$133K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country's greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way. 
 
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community. 

As a Senior Political Research Analyst, you will leverage your research experience to better inform our electoral strategies.
How You Will Contribute
  • Conduct policy and legislative research on political candidates and analyze research findings 
  • Work closely and communicate with internal teams on policy perspectives and priorities to help inform their work and collaboration across the organization 
  • Perform open-source research on a variety of individuals to inform our decision-making 
  • You will write, edit, and substantiate claims made in a variety of research documents 
  • Develop and expand your knowledge base on legislation at the federal and state levels 
  • Track and identify changing candidate positions on a variety of priority issues 
  • Generate and inform product development with other internal teams 
What You Will Bring
  • 4+ years of political research experience 
  • Effective oral and written communicator
  • Incredible, unrelenting attention to detail
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects, customers, and deadlines amidst shifting priorities and embrace change 
  • High degree of digital literacy and social media knowledge
  • Experience with lesser utilized and not mainstream social media platforms
  • Self-starter and have demonstrated experience learning and adapting to changing plans and environments
  • A keen desire to assist in driving impactful changes across all levels of society and appreciate that while politics and elected officials are part of that transformation, they aren't the only solution
  • An incessant curiosity to find the answer and facts and present information in an unbiased, accurate manner
  • Experience performing and critically analyzing open-source research 
  • Knowledge of domestic political landscapes
What We Offer
  • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
  • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
  • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
  • Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
Our Values: Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management (PBM), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.   
 
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success.  That is why we're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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