Research Associate at DC Investigative Research Firm

[Progressive Research Firm]

Investigative research firm based in Washington, DC seeks research associates to work on a variety of projects including domestic and international politics, public policy and progressive issues, as well as legal and corporate inquiries. Individuals will be responsible for producing thorough, high-quality research on a range of issues and subject matter, individuals, and groups on strict deadlines. This is a full-time position located in Washington, D.C.

Principal Responsibilities

 

The Research Associate is responsible for conducting long-term research projects for clients, answering short-term and rapid response inquiries, and tracking ongoing issues and policy areas.

Specific Duties

• Conduct long-term research projects and produce accurate, timely research memos for clients
• Review and analyze court records, tax filings, campaign finance filings, and other public records
• Complete client rapid response and internal research requests
• Track legislation, litigation, and news developments
• Perform other duties as assigned, including fact-checking, copy-editing and assisting other research team members as needed

 

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience directly in research, or comparable experience in other business, legislative, or political fields with a research focus, including journalism, preferred.
• Strong writing, editing/proof reading and fact-checking skills
• Can summarize, analyze, and convert large amounts of information into useful, digestible, and presentable formats
• Highly organized, paying attention to detail and exhibiting sound judgment
• Work well under pressure, balance several projects and tasks simultaneously, and adhere to strict deadlines
• Understand and respect the requirements of confidentiality
• Preference for those with some background in compiling information on corporate matters and corporations, including familiarity with business records and databases

 

How to Apply

 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter via: https://airtable.com/shrVWCNR6AXcCJGS4

 

Please highlight in your cover letter any issue areas of particular knowledge or expertise, such as energy, environment, health care, education, international affairs, etc.

 

This research firm is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. Candidates with fluency in reading and writing business-level Spanish strongly encouraged to apply.