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AFL-CIO

Writer/Researcher (Temporary)

Washington, DC

$78K/yr

When you work at the AFL-CIO, you're more than just an individual employee--you're helping to lead ... issue research This position reports to the Assistant Political Director. This is a temporary ...

AFL-CIO

Writer/Researcher (Temporary)

Washington, DC

$78K/yr

When you work at the AFL-CIO, you're more than just an individual employee--you're helping to lead ... issue research This position reports to the Assistant Political Director. This is a temporary ...

NCSU

Temporary Research Associate

Raleigh, NC

  • Medical

... researcher to join the Vegetable Pathology Lab. The candidate will be responsible for conducting ... Enhance your career with LEAD courses * Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

NCSU

Temporary-Professional NonFaculty

Raleigh, NC · On-site

  • Medical

Areas include Laboratory research and support for academic course development. This position stays ... Enhance your career with LEAD courses * Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Rutgers University

Temporary Research Assistant

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

$15.92/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Research Assistant Job ... Lead and contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, including drafting, revising, and ...

UNC-Chapel Hill

Postdoctoral Researcher

Chapel Hill, NC

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • PTO

... Temporary Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina ... Postdoctoral researchers will lead research projects, with specialization in either wet-lab ...

NCSU

Temporary Research Technician

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

  • Medical

Enhance your career with LEAD courses * Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free ... Temporary Research Technician

UNC-Chapel Hill

Postdoctoral Researcher

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • PTO

... Temporary Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina ... Postdoctoral researchers will lead research projects, with specialization in either wet-lab ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary lead researcher in the United States is $160,216.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Lead Researcher vs Temporary Research Coordinator?

AspectTemporary Lead ResearcherTemporary Research Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in relevant field, research experienceBachelor's or Master's, often with project management skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, corporate R&DResearch projects, academic or industry settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, corporationsUniversities, research organizations, healthcare
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Temporary Lead Researcher typically oversees research projects, requiring strong analytical skills and leadership experience. The Temporary Research Coordinator manages project logistics and coordination, focusing on organization and communication. While both roles involve research, the Lead Researcher has a more strategic and supervisory focus, whereas the Research Coordinator handles day-to-day operations.

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Writer/Researcher (Temporary)

AFL-CIO

Washington, DC

$78K/yr

Temporary

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Are you passionate about economic fairness and social justice? Do you want to improve the lives of working people and strengthen the labor movement? If you answered, “Yes!,” then the AFL-CIO may be the right place for you. We are the largest federation of labor unions in the United States, and our team of dynamic professionals is dedicated to growing worker power and ensuring every working person has a voice on the job. When you work at the AFL-CIO, you’re more than just an individual employee—you’re helping to lead a movement with a proud history and a bright future ahead.

The Writer/Researcher is part of the Materials and Research team in the Political/Electoral & Issues Mobilization hub. The Materials and Research team is primarily responsible for the development and dissemination of:

       Communications materials for electoral, legislative, and issue campaigns

       Candidate, legislative, and issue research

This position reports to the Assistant Political Director.

This is a temporary position not to exceed November 30, 2026.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

      Work with the Materials and Research team to conceptualize and write campaign materials such as fliers, local union letters, fact sheets, and walk or phone scripts.

       Conduct ongoing, in-depth research on political candidates and legislative issues.

       Create, maintain, and update research documents for use by the Campaigns, Political, Communications, and Digital Strategies departments, as the basis of many different facets of member and external communications.

       Track candidate statements, actions, and votes.

       Write summaries and briefings with pertinent information for use in campaigns.

       Work with field staff to ensure materials produced satisfy the needs of the field program.

       Fact check direct mail pieces and other materials as needed.

       Track the progress of the materials you write through the design, posting, and approval process on the Working Families Toolkit.

       Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

       BA or BS in a field with substantive writing, research, political, or analytical focus, or equivalent experience.

       2-3 years experience in political campaigns or party committees with specific demonstrated experience in campaign research and communications.

       Effective time management skills, including demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects, including demonstrated experience in developing campaign and/or personal work plans and goals.

       Knowledge of the workings of the labor movement and its structure.

       Demonstrated excellent computer research skills including web-based and Nexis-Lexis research.

       Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Suites, and overall excellent computer skills.

       Demonstrated superior writing and messaging skills – writing sample required.

       Demonstrated ability to adjust tone and arguments for a variety of audiences. 

       Ability to assess political issues and identify relevant information for a Labor political program.

       Demonstrated ability to work well within a team.

       Ability to work long and extended hours including weekends.

Writing samples required.

Employment Type: TEMPORARY

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