Turek for Iowa: Deputy Research Director

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Josh Turek for Iowa is hiring a Deputy Research Director for the 2026 election. The Deputy Research Director will report directly to the Research Director. This is not an entry-level position.

Location: This person will be expected to relocate to Des Moines, Iowa

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with the Research Director to oversee day-to-day project management of other members of the research team.

• Working with the Research Director to develop and execute short- and long-term research projects for the campaign.

• Independently conduct research using public records, news clips, campaign finance reports, travel records, disclosures, and research databases with limited oversight.

• Substantiate campaign statements in earned and paid media, including polling and external communications, ensuring factual accuracy and message integrity

• Write rapid response research documents and pitch documents with precision and attention to detail.

• Oversee campaign vetting program.

• Other duties as needed.

Ideal qualifications for Deputy Research Director include but are not limited to:

• At least 1 cycle of political opposition research required. Campaign and/or committee research experience preferred.

• Mastery of standard research bullet and document writing.

• Experience with Lexis Nexis, campaign finance databases, court records, and other public records research.

• Excellent critical thinking, organization, writing, and communication skills and ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected] with the subject line: LAST NAME - Deputy Research Director

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Josh Turek for Iowa is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.