Researcher – Contract

Civitech

Researcher analyzing elections and candidates for Civitech's tools aimed at increasing civic participation. Responsible for various research projects related to local and national elections.

Posted 6/29/2026contractRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $15 - $19 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong research capabilities with a focus on political data analysis, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in time management and effective communication to meet deadlines and navigate ambiguity.

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Researching ElectionsPolitical Data AnalysisAttention To DetailTime ManagementSQL Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Researching ElectionsPolitical Data AnalysisSQL ProficiencyGIS Proficiency

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailTime ManagementClear CommunicationProactive CommunicationComfort Navigating Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

SQLGIS

Industry Keywords

Political DataCivic ParticipationElectionsCandidates InvestigationOffice Holders Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Researching a wide range of topics, including elections at all levels from national races to local special districts.
Investigating candidates for selected elections.
Analyzing elected positions and responsibilities.
Collecting data on current office holders and their terms in office.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong attention to detail—our work relies on the accuracy of your research!
Excellent time management and personal organization that allows you to meet deadlines.
Skill in communicating clearly and proactively as needed.
Comfort navigating ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
Committed to leveraging technology and data products to increase civic participation.
Experience working with political data (desired but not required).
Proficiency with SQL and GIS (desired but not required).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Civitech provides equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and contractors.
Independent contractors are responsible for maintaining their own authorization to work in the United States.