Field Data Collector - MCBS (Rehire Only)

Who We Are

NORC at the University of Chicago (NORC) is an objective, nonpartisan research organization that delivers insights and analysis decision-makers trust.

What We Do

NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to conduct survey research that informs critical decisions facing society.

• NORC Field Data Collectors, internally known as field interviewers, play a significant role in collecting the data that drives our research.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate For Field Data Collector

• Available to work a flexible, part-time schedule. Our most successful interviewers typically dedicate 4-6 hours a day to work on their assignments.
• Self-starter who can manage, organize, and commit to their own work schedule.
• Enjoys meeting new people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
• Available to make “cold contacts,” both by phone and in-person to gain cooperation with new sample members.
• Willing to conduct interviews both by phone and in-person at the respondent’s home, jobs or other public places.
  
  

Requirements For Employment

• NORC Field Interviewer Experience Required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED Preferred.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule of 20 – 25 hours per week.
• Must be comfortable contacting people in-person at their homes, often without notice.
• Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, and evenings/weekends often to reach people who are not home during the work week.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and access to reliable transportation.
• Must reside within 100 miles of the location displayed in this job posting.
• Must have basic knowledge of tablet or laptop usage skills such as sending emails or joining a video training call.
• Lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs up and down stairs as needed.
• All employees hired for this position must present evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States (I-9 documentation).
• Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
  
  

Salary And Benefits

This position is classified as intermittent. The pay range for this position will be $19.00 – $28.41 per hour, based on experience and geographic location.

• NORC will contribute to an individually owned, fully vested retirement account with TIAA at a rate of $4.93 for each hour worked, and contributions will be made on a quarterly basis.
• Intermittent staff are eligible to make pre-tax or post-tax contributions as part of NORC’s Supplemental Retirement Plan.
• NORC will provide compensation for: training hours, mileage reimbursement, and other approved expenses.
• Corporate Discounts.
• Free counseling and referrals through NORC's Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligible for paid sick leave.
• Eligible for holiday pay.
• Paid orientation and training.
• Possibility for advancement into full-time management roles.
• Opportunity for annual raises and/or performance bonuses for those who meet performance goals.
  
  

NORC’s Approach to Equity and Transparency

Pay and benefits transparency helps to reduce wage gaps. As part of our commitment to pay equity and salary transparency, NORC includes a salary range for each job opening along with information about eligible benefit offerings. At NORC, we take a comprehensive approach to setting salary ranges and reviewing raises and promotions, which is overseen by a formal Salary Review Committee (SRC).

Other Important Details

Learn more about this project: Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS)

Because of the temporary nature of field work, these positions are great for students, teachers, real estate agents, tax preparers, retirees, and all others who are looking for flexible work.

About NORC

NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, NORC has conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with NORC to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.

EEO Statement

NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.