Abdul for U.S. Senate: Research & Policy Assistant

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Abdul for Senate is seeking talented candidates to work as a Research & Policy Assistant for the 2026 election cycle. We are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals who are committed to our mission of electing Abdul El-Sayed our next U.S. Senator.

The Research & Policy Assistant is responsible for providing in-depth, well-researched insight on a variety of topics including legislation, polling, and media. This role is housed in the Communications team, but cross-departmental work will be frequent. This will be a full time position based in Ann Arbor, MI, although there is flexibility with remote work and a relocation timeline. This position offers compensation in the form of a monthly salary and healthcare benefits.

Responsibilities:

● Lead research for policy-heavy deliverables

● Draft policy backgrounders and one-pagers

● Compile states, stories, and data-points for various projects

● Regularly fact check outgoing materials

● Work closely with the Rapid Response Manager to monitor developments in the political landscape

● Collaborate with the Press Assistant on journalist research and briefs

● Operate as “on-call” for the Communications Department, as well as the Political and Organizing teams as needed

● Other campaign needs as required

Qualifications (Required):

● Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

● Highly organized, with experience creating and maintaining tracking systems

● Familiarity with the legislative process and moderate policy knowledge

● Comfortability fielding requests from many directions at once

● Must have transportation to attend events as needed

● Proficiency with Excel and Google Drive

● Willingness to work irregular hours including some nights and weekends.

● Superior written and verbal communication skills

● Ability to learn new skills and take on new challenges, with a desire to learn and a willingness to ask questions

● Ability to balance between competing priorities in a fast-paced, demanding environment while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail

● Commitment to electing Abdul El-Sayed to the U.S. Senate

● Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways

● Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability

Qualifications (Preferred):

● Degree in Public Policy or similar field is a plus

● A minimum of 1 year of work experience in campaigns, government, communications, or a similar field

● Exceptional Excel skills is a plus

● Previous experience working in Michigan is a significant plus