Policy Advocacy - Political Research at Anthropic

San Francisco, CA

We are seeking an experienced public opinion researcher to build and expand Anthropic's in‑house polling and research function, establishing the research function from the ground up with high autonomy and limited precedent. The role will work cross‑functionally to ensure policy and communications strategy is grounded in rigorous stakeholder sentiment understanding.

Requirements

Skills

Experience designing and executing public opinion research, including survey and questionnaire design, sampling approaches, and message testing
Ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative polling data and translate findings into clear, decision-ready written recommendations
Experience selecting, briefing, and managing external polling or research vendors
Strong writing and presentation skills, including distilling complex research for senior, non-technical audiences
10+ years of professional experience in political or public opinion research, ideally spanning multiple campaign cycles and policy environments
Corporate public affairs experience, ideally in a highly scrutinized or regulated industry
Strategic thinking that spots emergent issues, identifies and tests the right messages, and translates those insights into tactical recommendations
A track record of building relationships with vendors, external experts, and complex stakeholder ecosystems
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain clear priorities, and deliver on tight timelines
Comfort operating in ambiguous environments, taking ownership of problems, and proactively driving initiatives with limited precedent
A resourceful, collaborative working style and genuine commitment to being a strong teammate
Passion for AI policy and alignment with Anthropic's safety mission and commitment to responsible AI development

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive strategy for our in-house political research function that aligns with Anthropic's policy goals
Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with leading research and polling firms, ensuring coverage across demographics, geographies, and political perspectives
Conduct detailed, proactive research to test core messages, policy proposals, and campaign themes, and to evaluate Anthropic's brand perception and performance
Execute rapid-response polling to quickly assess Anthropic's messaging strategy in response to external events, policymaker actions, competitive developments, or emerging opportunities
Work with external affairs colleagues (federal, state, and international) and policy communications to identify research priorities, interpret findings, and translate insights into actionable strategic recommendations
Develop and maintain a knowledge management system for polling data, insights, and recommendations that ensures findings are accessible and actionable
Manage polling vendors at scale, including vendor performance management
Participate in strategy sessions and provide thought partnership on the design of messages, policy proposals, and campaigns ahead of polling and testing
Create clear, compelling deliverables that distill polling findings into insights and recommendations
Identify opportunities to build and scale the polling function over time, including staffing needs, process improvements, and capability expansion
Track and report on the impact and utility of research, measuring how insights translate into more effective campaigns and strategic decisions

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