Associate, Research
Climate Power
Software Engineering
Washington, DC, USA
USD 26.92-32.07 / hour
Posted on Jul 10, 2025
Type of Position Full-time, non-exempt, permanent
Team Research
Reports To Deputy Managing Director, Research
Salary Range $26.92 - $32.07 per hour, based upon experience
$56,000- $66,696.90 (annually)
Tier Associate
Tier Description Entry level positions, where employees spend a substantial portion of time on administrative tasks; Daily guidance on priorities from supervisor; more substantive work may be assigned depending on team needs and employee abilities; Requires a general knowledge base.
Minimum Role-Specific Experience 1 year
Preferred People & Project Management Experience 0 years
About Climate Power
Climate Power is an independent strategic communications and paid media operation focused on building the political will and public support for bold climate action. Founded by the Center for American Progress Action Fund, League of Conservation Voters, and Sierra Club, Climate Power integrates hard-hitting research, polling, state and national earned media, digital and paid media to influence the national conversation, embolden leaders to take immediate, bold climate action, and expose climate deniers and their oil and gas lobby allies.
About This Role
Climate Power has an immediate opening for an Associate to help the Research team implement the organization's work to drive a national narrative around the importance of climate and clean energy investments, sell the benefits of climate action in key communities, and block efforts to dismantle climate progress in states and districts across the country.
Primary Responsibilities
- Research Content Creation: The Research Associate will help gather facts and write research bullets for reports and other research products, as directed by the Deputy Research Director.
- Research Program Support: The Research Associate will assist the department with general research tasks, including database entry and maintenance and gathering background information.
- Current Events Monitoring: The Research Associate will be responsible for daily monitoring of and summarizing news about relevant climate and clean energy topics. The Associate will also assist the team with monitoring needs during rapid-response moments.
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration: As a member of the Research Department, the Associate will collaborate with and respond to research questions from other Climate Power teams, including Communications, States, and Digital.
- Administrative Tasks: The Research Associate will assist the Deputy Managing Director and Managing Director with administrative tasks, including updating project trackers and departmental reports.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as need and capacity dictate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 1 year of relevant prior work experience, ideally for a congressional office, non-profit or political advocacy organization, or electoral campaign.
- Excellent written communication. Knowledge of research-style bulleting and LexisNexis is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
- Interest in political research, politics, and/or climate issues.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace. Familiarity with AirTable is a plus.
Location & Hours of Operations
Climate Power is a remote-first organization based in Washington, DC. This position can be located anywhere in the United States, but must be able to work Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm EST, plus weekends and evenings as the work dictates.
Compensation
Climate Power offers a competitive compensation package including experience-based salary (please ensure that all relevant experience is included on your resume) and comprehensive benefits, including the following:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
100% paid for employee 50% for their dependentsUnlimited Paid Time off, including every other Friday and extended summer, fall, and winter breaks401(k) with 5% matchEducation Assistance, including student loan repayment programSabbatical LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramMonthly Tech AllowanceCell Phone StipendWork From Home Stipend for home office furnitureTreat Yourself Fund
The terms of your benefits and any applicable waiting period(s) are governed by relevant plan documents and any and all applicable policies, and are subject to change or discontinuation by the organization.
Our Hiring Timeline and Process
We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and will continue to interview until the position is filled (posting will remain up until position filled).
Our interview process generally involves two rounds of interviews, ranging in length. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meets or Zoom. Successful candidates that move forward in the hiring process, will be invited to complete a skills assessment activity (for which they will receive compensation) and will undergo a vetting process, including reference and background check.
Climate Power is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, or sexual orientation.
Additionally, Climate Power is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Climate Power will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview and hiring process.
If reasonable accommodation is needed in the interview process, please accessibility@climatepower.us. Requests for updates in the hiring/interview process or other solicitations, should not be sent to this email.