Analyst 2 - Opposition Research (Part-Time)

Nesbitt Research Group, LLC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A minority-owned research firm is seeking a Research Analyst 2 to conduct sophisticated opposition research for Democratic campaigns. This remote position requires commitment to progressive politics and provides the opportunity to lead research projects, conduct boolean searches, and mentor junior researchers. Candidates should showcase exceptional writing and organizational skills, along with 1-2 years of relevant experience. This is a temporary position set to conclude after the upcoming election cycle, with an end date of November 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in opposition research or investigative research.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough, accurate research.
• Exceptional writing skills for complex narratives.

Responsibilities

• Lead research on high-priority opposition research projects.
• Conduct advanced boolean searches using professional research databases.
• Write polished research memos and fact-check reports.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Tools

LexisNexis

Thomson Reuters

Westlaw

Git

Markdown

Job description

Job Description

Take your research career to the next level at Nesbitt & Parrinello, where you'll contribute to winning strategies for the most important Democratic campaigns of the election cycle. As a Research Analyst 2, you'll leverage your growing expertise to conduct sophisticated opposition research that shapes campaign narratives and drives electoral success.

All opportunities are remote and employees are required to live and work in the United States. Research Analyst 2 is a Non-Exempt temporary election cycle position that ends on November 10, 2026, after the US general election. Interviews will be held in February 2026 with an anticipated start date between February 16 and March 2, 2026.

Salary/Wage Range: $25-30/hour

What You'll Do:

• Leading research on high-priority opposition research projects and candidate vetting
• Conducting advanced boolean searches using professional research databases and public records systems
• Writing polished research memos, issue briefs, and fact-check reports for campaign clients
• Mentoring junior researchers and providing quality review on research deliverables
• Managing multiple concurrent projects with minimal supervision
• Identifying research gaps and proactively recommending investigative strategies
• Contributing to research methodology improvements and best practices

What We're Looking For:

• Demonstrated commitment to progressive politics and Democratic campaign success
• 1-2 years of experience in opposition research, journalism, investigative research, or related fields
• Proven ability to conduct thorough, accurate research using professional databases and public records
• Exceptional writing skills with ability to produce clear, compelling narratives from complex source material
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
• Independence and initiative balanced with excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Experience working effectively in diverse teams with colleagues from different backgrounds
• Proficiency with boolean search tools and professional research databases (e.g., LexisNexis, Thomson Reuters, Westlaw)
• Comfort with technology including Git, Markdown, project management software, or CRM systems is a plus
• Flexibility to work unconventional hours during peak campaign periods

Requirements:

• Access to a secure and private work environment
• Reliable internet connection
• Ability to work remotely in the United States

Describe your experience using boolean search tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Thomson Reuters, Westlaw).*

Describe your experience keeping track of your time in a time tracking system. Select the statement that best reflects your current practice.*

Describe your proficiency using State campaign finance portals. Select the statement that best reflects your current practice.*

Describe your proficiency using Corporate/SOS filings (Secretary of State). Select the statement that best reflects your current practice.

Assume you are writing a vulnerability analysis of a Democratic candidate in a Democratic primary. Your subject voted against all parts of the 2024 City of St. Paul, MN budget on final passage. Examine this budget and write three vulnerabilities stemming from this vote. One to three sentences each is sufficient.*

Did you use AI tools in completing this application? If so, please describe the tools you used and how you used them.*

N'P is a minority-owned and a woman-owned small business. Allen Nesbitt started our business in 2005 and he is the first Black person to lead a Democratic opposition research firm in the United States. Allen Nesbitt and Cristina Parrinello are diverse researchers who are committed to encouraging and training future generations of diverse researchers.

Our mission is to build a more progressive, inclusive, and equitable world. We integrate cultural competency throughout our work and actively recruit from historically underrepresented communities.

Nesbitt & Parrinello is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] .

Nesbitt & Parrinello is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] .

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