Data Collector - Part-Time

• Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants
• Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation
• Use maps to locate sample units
• Adhere to project deadlines for completing screenings and scheduling appointments
• Conduct screenings and schedule appointments following prescribed protocols for respondents to complete study activities at a local study office
• Accurately complete all project documents including electronic survey instruments and all reporting forms
• Complete assignments on schedule and keep supervisor informed of problem areas that might affect progress
• Collecting confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires
• Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
• Transmitting data as scheduled
• Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project-issued equipment; returning all materials and equipment
• Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft
• Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives
• Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports
• Virtually attend scheduled meetings with other members of the project team
• Maintaining regular access to a reliable wireless internet connection in your home for project work
• Meeting weekly with supervisor via Zoom
• Demonstrate the ability to work with your supervisor and complete assignments on schedule
• Maintaining a professional, cooperative relationship with your data collection supervisor and other project staff, objectively sharing your thoughts while displaying an understanding of project management's concerns

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of employment
• Must possess High School Diploma or GED
• Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
• Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
• Available for entire training and data collection period
• Able to successfully complete training
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
• Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
• Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities
• Able to keep project information confidential
• Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark
• Able and willing to work primarily evenings and weekends

• Prior experience conducting data collection
• Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from culturally-diverse backgrounds
• Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
• Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
• Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas

Req Benefits: RTI International employees receive: competitive compensation, flexible work schedule (offering great work/life balance!), access to an employee discount program, and reimbursable travel time & mileage. RTI International Field Interviewers also get the opportunity to make a difference in their local community as well as an opportunity to work for a company named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023!
Compensation: $20 / hr
Additional Details : Anticipated Close Date: March 18, 2025