Goodwin Simon Strategic Research (GSSR) is seeking a Research Analyst to work with the firm’s Oakland, CA-based partner and senior research directors in our strategic political and communications research. GSSR is a progressive, independent public opinion research firm that conducts cutting-edge quantitative and qualitative research to advance social change. Our research team brings their expertise in politics, public policy, and communications to clients in the public and private sectors, political candidates and ballot measures, public sector agencies, nonprofit and issue advocacy organizations, foundations, and labor unions. Over the last dozen years, we have developed a whole new approach to public opinion research, message development, and message delivery. We work on a wide range of issues both in the United States and internationally. The Research Analyst plays a key role in all stages of the research process, including: Developing qualitative and quantitative research instruments; Managing multiple concurrent projects across a variety of issue; Drafting messaging materials for testing; Conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis of survey and focus group data; Synthesizing key findings and producing toplines and presentations; Drafting report content; Conducting media and literature reviews and other background research; Providing proofing and quality assurance throughout the research process; And other project related responsibilities, as needed. This position also provides project-related guidance to the firm’s interns and research associates. The position is located at our Oakland office, which is located on Franklin Street near the 19th Street BART Station. Salary commensurate with experience. Compensation also includes two weeks of paid vacation, paid holiday leave from December 24 through January 1, company-funded medical insurance, and a significant company-funded contribution to your retirement account. To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to admin (at) goodwinsimon.com. While not required, please include in your cover letter a description of your skills and experience if you have: experience conducting advanced statistical analysis using SPSS advanced bilingual writing and speaking skills in Spanish and/or Mandarin.

The successful applicant will have a college degree, and aminimum of 3-5 years of professional work experience in public opinion research and/or strategic political communications. In particular, we are looking for someone who has prior political experience on ballot measure campaigns, candidate campaigns, or other political campaigns. We are also looking for a strong project manager who can coordinate project timelines, keep projects on task, is highly organized and detail-oriented, and can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects and deadlines. We cannot emphasize enough how much this job requires strong organizational, writing, proofreading, editing, and multi-tasking skills; comfort working with numbers; and a strong attention to detail. The successful applicant will be able to balance many different responsibilities and meet quick deadlines in a small, hardworking office environment where multiple projects are occurring at the same time. Previous office experience working side-by-side with colleagues, the ability to work independently, and computer skills – including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) – are also necessary. We are also looking for a strong project manager who can coordinate project timelines, keep projects on task, is highly organized and detail-oriented, and can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects and deadlines. We cannot emphasize enough how much this job requires strong organizational, writing, proofreading, editing, and multi-tasking skills; comfort working with numbers; and a strong attention to detail. The successful applicant will be able to balance many different responsibilities and meet quick deadlines in a small, hardworking office environment where multiple projects are occurring at the same time. Previous office experience working side-by-side with colleagues, the ability to work independently, and computer skills – including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) – are also necessary.