Project Assistant

Lincoln Park Strategies is a full-service analytic research firm that partners with corporate, non-profit, and political clients around the globe to meet all of their research needs. In an ever-changing world, LPS continues to transform the way we collect and analyze data for our clients. All of our quantitative, qualitative, and analytic research methods provide more than just a simple binary view of the world, but instead give a complete and long-term view of the landscape in which our clients are situated.

Located on Capitol Hill in Washington DC, we are currently searching for qualified candidates to fill the entry-level position of Project Assistant. This position has the option to be remote.

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing logistical support to analysts in the development of quantitative and qualitative research instruments to gauge public opinion, test and refine campaign messaging, identify strategic voter contact universes, and forecast Election Day performance.

  • Supporting LPS analysts in the production of innovative reports and presentations of findings for clients which communicate data heavy concepts in the most effective and meaningful way.

  • Conducting background research on candidates or potential clients.

  • Helping with the drafting of memos and other written content, along with proofreading for grammar and data accuracy.

Ideal candidates will possess:

  • A college degree.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • An ability to work in a fast-paced environment with long or irregular hours.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • The ability to be a team player but have the capacity to work independently

  • A demonstrated commitment to Democratic/progressive causes.

  • Proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel.

 Other qualifications:

  • Experience with SPSS as well as a familiarity with voter files and other political data sources is helpful but not necessary.

  • Prior experience in political campaigns, grassroots organizing, public opinion research, data analysis, or a related field is a plus, but not required.

This paid position is available as early as February 2022, and will last through the 2022 election cycle. The base salary for this position is expected to be around $40,000/year. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to asachs@lpstrategies.com.

Lincoln Park Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. LPS makes all decisions based on job requirements and the qualifications of the individual candidate without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This is true in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.