Election Integrity Research Analyst

JustinBradley; United States; Remote; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit policy and advocacy organization is seeking detail-oriented Election Integrity Research Analysts to conduct targeted public records research. This role involves analyzing local election officials' statements and actions to identify threats to democratic processes. Candidates should have a relevant degree along with strong research and organizational skills. This is a temporary position that is 100% remote, making it ideal for flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or current senior in a relevant field.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills required.
• Experience navigating social media and public records databases beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct news clip analysis to identify relevant statements or affiliations.
• Review websites and social media for structured assessments.
• Evaluate official tenures via primary source materials.
• Conduct targeted internet searches for supplementary information.

Skills

Strong research skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Ability to follow structured research rubrics

Interest in elections and governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, journalism, communications, law, history, or related field

Job description

JustinBradley’s client, a non-profit policy and advocacy organization, is seeking detail-oriented and analytically rigorous Election Integrity Research Analysts to conduct targeted public records research on up to approximately 1,700 local election officials across 19 states. The project may be assigned in whole or in part across multiple research partners. Analysts will conduct specifically tailored vettings of public officials serving on select governing bodies and/or in designated official roles to identify potential threats to democratic election processes.

The research will focus on identifying actions or statements that qualify as “election denial” and/or indicate a willingness to undermine the fair administration of elections. The scope is designed to surface sufficient proof points to support identifying potential threats — thorough but not exhaustive vetting.

A detailed research rubric will be provided at project launch.

Role is temp. 100% remote.

Responsibilities

• News Clip Analysis: Review news databases and online local news sources (furnished by consultants) to identify relevant statements, affiliations, or actions.
• Website and Social Media Review: Conduct structured reviews of identifiable websites and social media accounts, including at minimum: Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
• Elections Office Due Diligence: Review official tenures via primary source materials such as meeting minutes and agendas to surface actions or statements of concern. Document localities where board minutes or official records are not publicly accessible.
• Targeted Internet Search: Conduct additional web searches informed by prior research findings to identify relevant supplementary information.
• Time Scope: Research will be limited to activity from November 2020 to the present.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or current senior) in political science, public policy, journalism, communications, law, history, or related field preferred
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to document sources clearly
• Comfort navigating social media platforms and public records databases
• Ability to follow structured research rubrics and guidance
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments
• Interest in elections, governance, and democratic institutions
• Prior professional research experience is not required, but internships, academic research, student journalism, or related experience is a plus.

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