Deputy Research Director

Senate Majority PAC (SMP) is seeking a Deputy Research Director for the 2026 election cycle. SMP is solely dedicated to winning a Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate.

Position:

The Deputy Research Director at SMP will play a leading role in executing SMP’s research efforts across the Senate map.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Assisting in managing SMP’s research department;
• Creating and executing research plan to support SMP’s efforts across the map;
• Working with SMP’s senior team and campaign consultants to develop messaging strategy;
• Implementing and overseeing research approval process for paid media and polling;
• Working with SMP’s legal team to assess risks of paid media and polling;
• Working with allied organizations to ensure research needs are met;
• Fulfilling other tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous political campaign experience required, including:
• At least two cycles of experience working in political research preferred;
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail;
• Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours when needed;
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, preferred but not required. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All people, including women, trans and non-binary people, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]    

Please write in the subject line: Deputy Research Director. Applications will only be accepted electronically. 

This job is in-person and located in Washington, D.C.  Salary is $100,000.

Only qualified candidates will be considered.