Senior Political Research AnalystAmericans for Prosperity

As a Senior Political Research Analyst, you will leverage your research experience to better inform our electoral strategies.

• Conduct policy and legislative research on political candidates and analyze research findings 

• Work closely and communicate with internal teams on policy perspectives and priorities to help inform their work and collaboration across the organization 

• Perform open-source research on a variety of individuals to inform our decision-making 

• You will write, edit, and substantiate claims made in a variety of research documents 

• Develop and expand your knowledge base on legislation at the federal and state levels 

• Track and identify changing candidate positions on a variety of priority issues 

• Generate and inform product development with other internal teams 

• 4+ years of political research experience 

• Effective oral and written communicator

• Incredible, unrelenting attention to detail

• Ability to juggle multiple projects, customers, and deadlines amidst shifting priorities and embrace change 

• High degree of digital literacy and social media knowledge

• Experience with lesser utilized and not mainstream social media platforms

• Self-starter and have demonstrated experience learning and adapting to changing plans and environments

• A keen desire to assist in driving impactful changes across all levels of society and appreciate that while politics and elected officials are part of that transformation, they aren’t the only solution

• An incessant curiosity to find the answer and facts and present information in an unbiased, accurate manner

• Experience performing and critically analyzing open-source research 

• Knowledge of domestic political landscapes

• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country's greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.

Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.

• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.

• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.

• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $90,000–$130,000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employee’s overall contribution to the organization.

Our Principles-Based Management™ (PBM) compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors, including relevant experience, capabilities, demonstrated skills, role responsibilities, and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach, base salary may vary within or outside of the anticipated range based on these considerations.

Our Values: Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That is why we're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.