Research Manager or Sr. Research Manager

Americans United for Separation of Church & State-•Washington, DC

68d•Hybrid

About The Position

Americans United for Separation of Church and State is seeking an innovative self-starter and effective researcher and writer for the role of Research Manager or Sr. Research Manager. This new position will be instrumental in generating research and resources to build support for church-state separation. While housed within the Public Policy Department to support policy efforts, the role will also collaborate across the organization to create public-facing resources for organizing and narrative change efforts. The position is designed to fight for freedom without favor and equality without exception.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of work experience for the Research Manager role, including experience with polling projects and public resource generation.
Candidates with 7 or more years of experience may qualify for the Research Senior Manager role.
Exceptional analytical and writing skills, including the ability to write for a general audience and break down complex concepts.
Detail-oriented with sharp copy-editing and proof-reading skills.
Self-starter who takes initiative and is excited about identifying and developing new projects and opportunities.
Committed to advancing the public interest and the separation of religion and government.
Experience with graphics and visual communications.
Interpersonal skills to work well with staff, vendors, and partners.
Demonstrably committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility and to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.
Currently live in or willing to relocate to the Washington, DC metro area.

Nice To Haves

Experience with polling projects and public resource generation.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute AU’s polling program, including creating a strategic plan with goals, cadence, workflow, and budget.
Manage the execution of the polling program, including contracting with vendors, creating work product, and analyzing/summarizing results.
Develop and deliver presentations on polling results to stakeholders and partners.
Support AU departments in the effective use of polling results.
Propose and generate resources for policymakers and the public on church-state separation, including reports, blog posts, and talking points.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative research and analysis for public policy and education initiatives.
Monitor and track relevant legal and policy trends.
Collaborate with AU departments and vendors to produce resources.
Represent AU publicly to advance support for church-state separation.