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Research Associate (Remote)

3 weeks, 3 days ago
United States
Full-time
Junior
Business Development
Sales and Business Development
Asana CRM Salesforce
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Ballotpedia

Ballotpedia

Ballotpedia is the online encyclopedia of American politics, providing accurate and unbiased information on local, state, and federal levels to connect people to politics and promote political education.

Internet Software & Services
51-250
Founded 2006
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Description

  • Plan, supervise, and execute research projects from initiation through delivery.
  • Develop project plans, workflow documentation, and tracking or auditing systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Build targeted expertise on unfamiliar topics and communicate findings internally and to clients or external partners.
  • Hire, onboard, and manage contractors supporting research projects.
  • Partner with internal teams to create time and cost estimates for new projects.
  • Supervise external contractors and provide clear direction and constructive feedback.
  • Identify, develop, and manage a pipeline of prospective research clients.
  • Conduct background research on potential clients, including funding sources, priorities, and decision-makers.
  • Develop tailored outreach strategies and talking points to engage prospects and advance opportunities through the pipeline.
  • Track outreach, engagement, and follow-ups in Salesforce and collaborate internally on project design and alignment.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience in research and project management.
  • Policy research and analysis experience across varied topics.
  • Experience in sales, prospecting, or business development is preferred.
  • Ability to build, manage, and sustain strong client relationships.
  • Experience scoping projects, setting expectations, and delivering high-quality results.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including translating complex research findings into client-ready deliverables.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, competing deadlines, and revenue-generating priorities simultaneously.
  • Experience supervising contractors, staff, cross-functional content teams, and/or client relationships is preferred.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems, Asana or similar project management platforms, and Slack is a plus.
  • Must have a computer with internet access and be authorized to work in the U.S.; E-Verify is used for new hires.

Benefits

  • Full-time, 100% remote work arrangement.
  • Flexible work environment with flexible scheduling.
  • Unlimited vacation through Ballotpedia’s BP Flex program.
  • Starting salary range of $62,000-$82,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
  • Performance-based commission tied to research sales and client development outcomes.
  • Annual benefits stipend of $8,000 paid in installments once benefits eligible.
  • Stipend can be used for health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement accounts, and other benefits.

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