Research Assistant

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected policy think tank, for a Remote Research Assistant to support the organization's ongoing research and publications work. In this role you will compile datasets, help maintain research files, and provide direct support to policy analysts and senior researchers as they produce reports that shape public debate and inform decision-makers.

Day to day, you will move between careful data work and collaborative writing support, pulling together sources, checking figures, and helping translate research findings into clear, readable prose. This role suits someone who is detail-oriented, curious about public policy, and comfortable juggling multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Compile and organize datasets from government, academic, and public sources
• Support senior researchers with literature reviews and background research
• Fact check citations, figures, and data points used in reports
• Assist with drafting, editing, and formatting research reports and briefs
• Maintain organized files and documentation for ongoing research projects
• Track policy developments and news relevant to active research areas
• Help prepare charts, tables, and summaries of research findings
• Coordinate logistics for interviews, surveys, or expert consultations
• Proofread outgoing publications for accuracy and consistency
• Assist with administrative tasks tied to grant reporting and project deadlines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in political science, economics, public policy, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data organization
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into clear summaries
• High attention to detail and comfort working with numbers and citations
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage deadlines in a remote setting
• Familiarity with basic research methods and data sourcing
• Interest in public policy, economics, or government affairs
• Experience with statistical software such as R, Stata, or SPSS is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours
• Home office stipend for remote equipment
• Professional development and training support
• Collaborative, mission-driven team culture
• Opportunities to contribute to published policy research
• Employee assistance program
• Paid parental leave