Placement Host

Campaign Lab

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This opportunity is aimed at Postgraduate Researchers who have funding through a Doctoral Training Partnership to undertake a placement as part of their studentship.

Key Host Information

About the Host
We are a community of politically-minded progressive data scientists, researchers and campaigners who are working together to develop innovative election tools and improve the way we analyse and understand ampaigning.

Website
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Host Contact Name
Douglas Scott

Host Contact Email
douglas@campaignlab.uk

Type of Organisation
Third Sector, Non-academic, SME, Private

Host Location
London

Equal Opportunities Statement
Campaign Lab is committed to building an inclusive, diverse and equitable environment for everyone who engages with our work, whether as staff, volunteers, participants, partners or community members.
We recognise that inequality and discrimination (whether based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, age, class, religion, caring responsibilities, political belief, or other protected characteristics) limit people’s opportunities and potential. As an organisation dedicated to innovation and collaboration in campaigning, we know that diverse perspectives and experiences are essential to building fairer and more effective solutions.

Placement Description

Ideal Start Date

Flexible

Placement Location

Online or Hybrid

Mode of Placement

Part-time or Full-time

Relevant Pathway(s)

CDD, DCA

Types of Project

  • Advocacy work

  • Community support

  • Data management and analysis

  • Interesting technology projects connected to progressive campaigning & improving democracy

Further Project Details

Campaign Lab would be most interested in collaborating on projects that support governance and democracy. These include projects related to supporting elected officials to connect with and better serve their constituents and projects supporting the campaigns of progressive causes broadly.

It can also include the creation, or supporting the creation, of digital technologies to help progressive causes by volunteers.

Campaign Lab maintains an active research program focused on electoral campaign experimentation and analysis. Researchers with an interest in any of these areas are encouraged to apply.

Skills Required

Strong research or technology skills, an adaptable mindset, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.
Prior-experience with campaigning with progressive causes is desirable, but not necessary.

Financial Contribution Offered by the Host

£500 to cover a small number of trips to the London office.