Sampling Coordinator, Republican Polling

Cygnal is selectively seeking an experienced coordinator to join our polling and survey research team. We are looking for a data wizard to work alongside our Sampling team members in executing industry-leading survey research for a diverse base of political, public affairs and corporate clients.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver survey samples that are accurate, precise, and cost-efficient, trouncing what our competitors can do.

• Manage projects from launch to completion, taking ownership of outcomes and proactively communicating with data analysts, partners, and sales leads to ensure timely delivery of results

• Effectively utilize Cygnal’s suite of platforms and partners, following established best practices to deliver superior results.

• Routinely review, refine, improve, and document Cygnal’s sampling processes to increase efficiency and improve outcomes.

• Seek opportunities to increase our team and clients’ understanding of electoral and demographic trends using statistical methods.

• Work with Sampling Directors to understand the applications and limits of Cygnal’s product offerings and methodologies.

Required Skills:

• Strong project-management and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of the political environment and the application of data to campaign strategy.

• Ability to learn and adapt rapidly, taking feedback in stride.

• Creative thinking; able to come up with unique ideas to break through the clutter.

• Mental toughness to balance competing project demands on short timelines.

• Flexibility to work weekends and/or unconventional hours as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Excel, SQL, and/or R/Python.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Required

• 2+ years’ experience in a polling/political research coordinator role

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Statistics, or a related field

• Preferred experience with polling, campaigns, voter turnout projects, Excel, and/or SQL

• Performance-driven and knowledge-hungry with a teachable mindset and willingness to accept and apply feedback

• Reside in or willing to relocate to Washington, DC

What Cygnal will bring to the table:

• A strong base-salary

• Variable compensation opportunities

• Unlimited vacation and work-time flexibility in non-election years; reasonable flexibility in election years

• Health insurance benefits

• 401k with company match

• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and term life insurance

• A collaborative and creative work environment

Cygnal is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in any of its employment practices or operations.