Senior Researcher – Public Opinion, Political Attitudes

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement Public Opinion and audience research initiatives.

• Develop analytical strategies that guide heimatwurzeln’s national strategy and campaigns.

• Assist teams in establishing clear research objectives, key questions, and methodological choices that yield actionable insights and meet their practical needs.

• Manage comprehensive research processes—from initial scoping and design to analysis and presentation of findings.

• Perform desk research, pinpointing relevant studies, polling data, and public datasets to create robust evidence bases.

• Construct questionnaires, sampling plans, and interview guides that are thorough and appropriate for their intended purpose.

• Analyze both qualitative and quantitative data to uncover insights that enhance audience comprehension.

• Transform complex data into clear, succinct insights with effective narrative structures.

• Produce structured reports and presentations that underscore implications for strategy and campaigning.

• Supervise multiple research workstreams, ensuring high-quality delivery at all stages.

• Translate broad research objectives into precise work plans, milestones, and deliverables.

• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, advisors, and partners.

• Source and manage polling agencies and research suppliers: draft clear briefs, oversee implementation, and guarantee data quality and adherence to internal standards.

• Review outputs, providing analytical feedback and ensuring consistency across projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• 6–8+ years of experience in public opinion, political, social, or market research—preferably in positions with senior analytical responsibilities.

• Strong skills in designing quantitative and qualitative research, from sampling design to data analysis.

• Proficient in using data tools such as SPSS, R, or similar, with a high level of data literacy.

• Ability to critically assess datasets and analytical methods to ensure accuracy and relevance.

• Expertise in synthesizing complex information and converting findings into clear, strategic insights.

• Experience in managing multiple research projects and coordinating with external suppliers.

• Exceptional communication skills—capable of articulating methods and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Genuine interest in politics, society, behavior, and environmental issues.

• Fluency in both German and English.

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

🏝️ Benefits

• Meaningful work contributing to a young, mission-driven organization.

• Fully remote with occasional travel for team events.

• Flexible, family-friendly hours that promote work–life balance.

• Supportive and collaborative culture.

• Opportunities to collaborate with civic organizations and partners.

• Contribute to addressing environmental challenges through a values-aligned, grassroots approach.

• Help establish a young institution with lasting purpose and impact.

• Competitive compensation within the non-profit sector.

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