Program Research Associate

4 weeks ago


Washington, United States America Votes Full time

**Organization Overview**

**Commitment to Racial Equity**

America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:

- Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
- Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
- Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.

America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity.

**Position Description**

**Location**

The location for this position is the Washington, DC area or in one of our core states. America Votes operates in a hybrid fashion and has offices in DC and AZ, CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist in research and development of evidence-based resources, including phone and canvass script templates.
- Conduct background program research for incubating strategic initiatives.
- Design templates and visualizations for products and presentations.
- Support internal materials translation process.
- Administer an internal archive of documents.
- Support department with budgets, universes, and creative design when running original program and field experiments.
- Maintain a series of workbooks that AV staff use to plan their 2024 programs.
- Assist in race equity review of all departmental materials.
- Lead the update and implementation of cycle program analysis including managing the quality scoring rubric and systems for reviewing scripts and mail in realtime.
- Attend and take notes for internal and external meetings.
- Maintain departmental systems, including an internal shared drive and monthly newsletter.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.

**Qualifications**

**Required**
- Comfort and enthusiasm with working in a diverse spaces, along with competence in race equity and gender equity dynamics.
- Comfort with designing presentations in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Canva.
- Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
- Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and a sense of humor.

**Preferred**
- Knowledge of and experience with independent expenditure political campaigns.
- Experience with evidence-based campaign practices.
- Experience or training in race equity/anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class.
- Competency in reading and writing in Spanish or other language common among New Americans.

**Compensation**

This position is full-time and runs through March 31, 2025. Salary is commensurate with experience, $65,000-$75,000 annually.

America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.

America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.

**To Apply



  • Washington, United States George Washington University Full time

    Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nations capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has Research, Program, Associate, Health Science, Clinical Research, Operations, Business Services


  • Washington, United States IFPRI (International Food Policy Research Institute) Full time

    **Job Summary** **Essential Duties** Specific duties include but are not limited to: - Design, develop, and implement innovative AI-powered solutions that enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience of food, land, and water systems in the climate crisis. - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, data scientists, and domain...

  • Research Associate

    4 weeks ago


    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

    Human Factors Center DescriptionLocated in Washington, D.C., the MedStar Health National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare was founded in 2010 within the MedStar Institute for Innovation (MI2) and moved to its new organizational home in the MedStar Health Research Institute (MHRI) in 2020. Working in close collaboration with MI2, MHRI, and the MedStar...

  • Research Associate

    1 week ago


    Washington, United States Virginia Tech University Full time

    A full-time research associate is sought for the lab of Dr. Jia-Ray Yu at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion, located at Childrens National Research & Innovation Campus (CNRIC)in Washington, DC. The Yu lab studies the Research Associate, Research, Associate, Chemistry, Technology, Education

  • Research Associate

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, United States George Washington University Full time

    The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular strives to the highest quality of professional education and training, and conduct cutting edge research in the areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics and genomics with a goal to better understand human Research Associate, Research, Health Science, Associate, Chemistry, Project Management, Technology

  • Research Associate

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, United States George Washington University Full time

    At The George Washington University, the rank of University Professor is the highest Regular Active Status faculty position codified by the Faculty Code at the University. Only a very few members of the George Washington University faculties ever a Research Associate, Research, Associate, Professor, Technology, Education

  • Research Associate

    1 week ago


    Washington, United States George Washington University Full time

    Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nations capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has Research Associate, Research, Health Science, Associate, Chemistry, Technical Support, Healthcare

  • Research Associate

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, United States Middlebury College Full time

    Position Summary Under the supervision of the Executive Director of CNS-DC, the Research Associate will contribute substantively to the research, training, and educational activities of CNS DC. This will include, in particular, a focus on examination of sanctions and supply chain issues. Work will include examination of Russian or Chinese language...


  • Washington, United States Virginia Tech University Full time

    Reporting to the Director for the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute Cancer Research Center in Washington, DC, the Research Program Coordinator will maintain a working knowledge of stakeholders, collaborators, and research objectives in order to sc Program Coordinator, Research, Business Operations, Coordinator, Communication, Program, Education, Business...


  • Washington, United States International Research & Exchanges Board Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWho We Are IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we...

  • Research Associate

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, United States Howard University Full time

    The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission. BASIC FUNCTION:The purpose of this position is to facilitate research, gain community trust, educate and engage...


  • Washington, United States Children's National Hospital Full time

    The Clinical Research Program Manager will serve as a senior clinical research professional and is responsible for operational and financial management and coordination of large and complex research and/or research intervention programs in collaboration with the principal investigator. Work independently and is accountable for larger programs that utilize...


  • Washington, United States International Food Policy Research Institute Full time

    Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for a two-year, renewable appointment for its Markets, Trade, and Institutions Unit. This position is based at IFPRI headquarters located in Washington, D.C but location in one of IFPRI's decentralized offices can be...


  • Washington, United States George Washington University Full time

    Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nations capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education and has g Research Associate, Research, Health Science, Associate, Senior, Technology, Medical


  • Washington D.C., United States The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Full time

    The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine administers postdoctoral and senior research awards at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions at locations throughout the U.S and abroad. We are seeking highly qualified candidates who hold, or anticipate earning, a doctorate in a variety of fields of science or...

  • Research Associate

    1 month ago


    Washington, United States Georgetown University Full time

    Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the...


  • Washington, United States Population Reference Bureau Full time

    PRB is recruiting a Program Associate/Program Coordinator to primarily support knowledge management and project administration on the USAID-funded MOMENTUM Knowledge Accelerator project, and to support other projects and institutional initiatives as needed. PRB is at the cutting edge of synthesizing complex information for non-technical audiences; making...


  • Washington, United States Strategix Management Full time

    Strategix Management, LLC is seeking a Public Health Research Associate to support Federal clients within the National Cancer Institute. The Public Health Research Associate shall have knowledge of public health principles and experience in scientific research methods and dissemination. Knowledge of tobacco control science and practice and behavioral...


  • Washington, United States Population Reference Bureau Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPRB is recruiting a Program Associate/Program Coordinator to primarily support knowledge management and project administration on the USAID-funded MOMENTUM Knowledge Accelerator project, and to support other projects and institutional initiatives as needed. PRB is at the cutting edge of synthesizing complex information for...


  • Washington, United States Population Reference Bureau, Inc. Full time

    PRB is recruiting a Program Associate/Program Coordinator to primarily support knowledge management and project administration on the USAID-funded MOMENTUM Knowledge Accelerator project, and to support other projects and institutional initiatives as needed. PRB is at the cutting edge of synthesizing complex information for non-technical audiences; making...