[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] HIRING: Analyst - GQR - Washington DC

February 5, 2019

[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] HIRING: Analyst - GQR - Washington DC

SUMMARY

For over three decades, GQR has used sophisticated polling and opinion research to help leading candidates, parties, government leaders, corporations, and advocacy groups across the United States and around the world. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Analyst to join our Domestic team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Assist senior staff in all aspects of survey research and instrument design: coordinating internal research needs with field and programming departments, candidate and issue research, writing reports/memos, presentation of findings
  2. Provide input on scope of projects and research program
  3. Drafting of survey questionnaires, focus group guidelines, and in-depth interview guidelines
  4. Proof data to ensure accuracy, as needed. While this typically is done by a project associate or assistant analysts, all analysts are expected to know how to proof data.
  5. Assist with analysis of quantitative data (including surveys and regression analysis) and qualitative data (including focus groups and in-depth interviews)
  6. Write initial draft of memos and reports as needed
  7. Assist senior staff with marketing proposals and pitch preparation by preparing materials and drafting proposals or pitch decks
  8. Act as analyst and project manager for clients
  9. Work with GQR operations staff to coordinate all facets of research initiatives
  10. Serve as back-up point of contact for clients and deliver materials
  11. Provide feedback to senior staff about various aspects of campaigns and public communications (i.e., direct mail, field plans, television advertising)
  12. Keep abreast of news events and developments with clients and topics pertinent to clients and political issues; ensure that principal is briefed and updated as necessary
  13. Consult with senior staff on strategic and research decisions as necessary
  14. Coordinate invoicing and billing of clients
  15. Participate in the interviewing, selection and training of interns
  16. Clearly and articulately delegate tasks to interns, project associates and assistant analysts
  17. Assist in external client management
  18. Occasional travel to attend focus groups

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  1. Effective communication skills
  2. Excellent writing skills
  3. Keen attention to detail
  4. Strong project management skills
  5. Strong desire to think critically and develop analytical skills
  6. Adaptability to changing situations and needs, both internal and external
  7. Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff
  8. Oral presentation skills
  9. Intermediate knowledge in the design, development, and implementation of qualitative and quantitative research methods
  10. Desire to learn how to provide strategic analysis of qualitative and quantitative research
  11. Knowledge of campaign structures and processes
  12. Understanding of various mediums for campaign communications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in relevant field (including, but not limited to, political science, public policy, international relations, statistics, math, business)
  2. Four to seven years experience with quantitative/qualitative political research, or experience with political campaigns
TO APPLY

Interested parties should apply via the GQR Careers page at https://www.gqrr.com/careers. We apologize that we will only be able to respond to those applicants invited to interview. 
GQR is committed to creating a diverse team and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

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