Change Research: Associate Analyst, Seasonal, Politics & Advocacy

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Change Research conducts research to understand public opinion. We aim to democratize access to public opinion research, in order to create a world where leaders have near-constant contact with the pulse of public opinion and can make more informed decisions. As a Public Benefit Corporation, we seek to make the world more humane, scientific, and just; as a technology company, we seek to innovate and re-define what it means to measure public opinion.

Position Summary

The Associate Analyst is an entry-level contributor on the public opinion polling team within our Politics & Advocacy Business Unit. This is a full-time, remote, and temporary role through December 1, 2026, reporting to a Principal Researcher.

In this role you will:

• Support the development of survey questionnaires, working closely with colleagues

• Program, test, and monitor surveys

• Assist with the production of deliverables, including crosstabs and toplines

• Assist with survey analysis and the preparation of presentations and reports

• Research and collect data on political districts, candidates, and issues

• Assist with a variety of tasks across multiple projects and teams

About you:

Change Research employs a fast-paced, scientific approach to polling, and you will have the opportunity to experience every aspect of the polling process. This is an ideal position for a recent college graduate or someone looking to enter the field of political social science. You are well versed in technology, have a keen interest in politics, and want to work hard in pursuit of a good cause.

In your work, you are:

• Extremely rigorous in your attention to data details and analytics

• Highly organized and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects moving forward at the same time

• Self-motivated and adept at working independently

• Able to quickly learn new programs and tools, and to understand and solve technology-based problems

• Able to explain data and numbers in plain English

On a team, you are:

• Startup-minded: you plug holes, get things done, and think of ways to improve systems

• Calm and collected in the face of deadlines

• Able to communicate your ideas to peers and managers, and be receptive to feedback

• Enthusiastic and professional

• Able to work some evenings and weekends in support of critical client electoral polling

• Excited to be part of a kind and hard-working team committed to making a difference in our country’s future

You might have:

• Experience in a fast-paced environment and with juggling multiple projects

• At least one electoral cycle or year of experience in politics and/or be well versed in the language of data and campaign communications

• Comfort with tech tools, spreadsheets, programming, undergrad stats or a survey methods class

• Bonus if you are fluent in Spanish

Compensation and Work Environment:

The annual salary is $46,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience, and includes these benefits:

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off, sick days, and company holidays

• Access to pre-tax 401K program

• Fully remote work environment

This is a temporary position through December 1, 2026.

You must be authorized to work in the United States.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. We strongly encourage everyone to apply, regardless of race, gender, religious beliefs, abilities, political attitudes, experience, and other characteristics.

Change Research is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.