Research Manager

Cooper for NC • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Cooper for North Carolina (CFNC) is looking to hire a full-time Research Manager to join our growing Research team based in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Research Manager will report to the Research Director and help lead research projects of the Research department. They will play a critical role in developing junior research staff skillsets. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hard-working, and a team-player.

Requirements

• At least 1 cycle of political opposition research required. Campaign or political committee research experience preferred
• Experience with research bullet writing
• Experience using LexisNexis, court records retrieval, campaign finance analysis, analyzing primary source documents, and commonly used research databases
• Experience with public records requests
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure

Nice To Haves

• Experience utilizing other research resources preferred
• Experience with project planning and/or managing staff a plus

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and support the Research Director to develop and execute short- and long-term research projects for the campaign
• Help manage the research department, including training and supervising junior researchers, and contribute to editing of research products
• Manage the campaign vetting program
• Conduct and oversee the campaign records program for self and opposition research, including public records requests and facilitation of on-location research
• Write research backups for paid media, survey research materials, and rapid response components as necessary
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare premium covered by campaign.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed