Research Analyst

New River Strategies; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New River Strategies is seeking a Research Analyst to provide data-driven insights for progressive campaigns. This position involves designing research projects, analyzing data, and communicating findings effectively. Candidates should have experience in research methodologies and a keen interest in political dynamics. The role is fully remote and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

90% healthcare cost coverage

Generous PTO policy

Professional development reimbursements

Flexible working schedules

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in market research, analytics, or campaigns.
• Proficiency in R, SQL, or Python for data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze custom research projects including surveys.
• Clean, structure, and visualize data to generate results.
• Draft memos and presentation decks translating data into narratives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Interest in U.S. politics

Curiosity about data

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

R

SQL

Python

Job description

New River Strategies uses data, insights, and technology to move people to action.

We are looking for a Research Analyst to support our work helping campaigns, causes, and companies use data, insights, and technology to support decisions about whom to target, what to say to targets, and how to achieve their goals using quantitative tools and tactics. Our campaign work is exclusively with Democratic and progressive groups, so this position would not be a good fit for people on the other side of the aisle. The ideal candidate will enjoy the design, execution, and analysis of custom research projects and combines sharp analytical thinking with technical fluency in tools like R to generate actionable insights from data.

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds; there are no educational requirements for this position on purpose. Candidates who pass an initial resume screen will be asked to complete a brief written test; candidates who pass the test will be invited to an interview; candidates who pass the interview will have references checked. We will then make an offer from there. While we would like to hire immediately, there is no time limit on our process; we are trying to find the candidate who is best qualified and fits best as opposed to forcing a timeline. Accordingly, applications will be evaluated as they come in.

In addition to a competitive salary, candidates have the chance to earn an annual bonus based on company and individual performance. We cover 90% of healthcare costs, have a generous PTO policy, and offer professional development reimbursements. We are also happy to discuss flexible working schedules for candidates who prefer that.

This is a fully remote permanent position. Candidates must be located within the United States and have fast and reliable Internet access. New River Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all Federal and District of Columbia hiring laws and practices. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor applicants for visas. No agencies please.

New River Strategies uses data, insights, and technology to move people to action.

We are looking for a Research Analyst to support our work helping campaigns, causes, and companies use data, insights, and technology to support decisions about whom to target, what to say to targets, and how to achieve their goals using quantitative tools and tactics. Our campaign work is exclusively with Democratic and progressive groups, so this position would not be a good fit for people on the other side of the aisle. The ideal candidate will enjoy the design, execution, and analysis of custom research projects and combines sharp analytical thinking with technical fluency in tools like R to generate actionable insights from data.

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds; there are no educational requirements for this position on purpose. Candidates who pass an initial resume screen will be asked to complete a brief written test; candidates who pass the test will be invited to an interview; candidates who pass the interview will have references checked. We will then make an offer from there. While we would like to hire immediately, there is no time limit on our process; we are trying to find the candidate who is best qualified and fits best as opposed to forcing a timeline. Accordingly, applications will be evaluated as they come in.

In addition to a competitive salary, candidates have the chance to earn an annual bonus based on company and individual performance. We cover 90% of healthcare costs, have a generous PTO policy, and offer professional development reimbursements. We are also happy to discuss flexible working schedules for candidates who prefer that.

This is a fully remote permanent position. Candidates must be located within the United States and have fast and reliable Internet access. New River Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all Federal and District of Columbia hiring laws and practices. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor applicants for visas. No agencies please.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze custom quantitative and qualitative research projects, including survey and question guide writing, sampling strategies, and data weighting
• Monitor fielding and recruitment processes, including tracking qualitative participant recruitment and surveys in the field
• Clean, structure, and visualize data using survey analysis platforms to generate topline results, crosstabs, dashboards, and analytical models
• Draft memos and build presentation decks that translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives
• Conduct background research on public opinion trends, political dynamics, and market landscapes
• Collaborate with data vendors, fielding partners, and internal teams to ensure data accuracy and project success
• Support team members in streamlining workflows using automation and reproducible research methods

Qualifications

Required:

• 1–3 years of educational and/or work experience in market research, polling, data, analytics, or campaigns
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Desire to develop a strong understanding of survey research methodology and statistical concepts
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Interest in U.S. politics and an understanding of the political landscape and progressive causes
• Thoughtful and curious about data and what it means/the story it tells

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field
• Proficiency in R, SQL, or Python, including packages for data wrangling, visualization, and reporting (e.g., Tidyverse and Survey)
• Experience with Alchemer, Qualtrics, Decipher, or other survey platforms
• Experience working with voter file data

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000 annually
• The opportunity to earn a bonus based on individual and company performance (not guaranteed)
• 20 days of paid vacation and 5 days of paid sick leave per year, with the opportunity to earn more vacation days per year over time. We close the office for all Federal and District of Columbia holidays and often close between Christmas and New Year’s
• The ability to contribute to a 401(k) plan
• Coverage of 90% of your health, vision, and dental insurance costs
• $1,000 professional development stipend per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave, which may be taken all at once or in parts

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Information Services

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