Survey Researcher, Education Statistics
About the position
Responsibilities
• Assist in the design and review of qualitative and quantitative data collection instruments including survey questionnaires, interview protocols, and focus group protocols.
• Support the development and execution of theoretically-sound, practical approaches to achieve the statistical objectives of a study or project.
• Conduct technical reviews of data collection and data processing plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and technical soundness.
• Perform quality checks of data files for errors and anomalies and communicate potential issues to the client.
• Assist with the conduct of disclosure risk analysis on restricted- and public-use data files.
• Disseminate study methods and results internally and externally through various formats.
• Manage small- to medium-sized tasks, including contributing to client meetings and overseeing junior analysts.
• Provide input for technical sections and budget estimates for proposals.
• Support learning opportunities for junior staff working on large-scale survey projects.
Requirements
• PhD degree in survey methodology, statistics, economics, psychology, sociology, computer science, public policy, public health, or related fields; or a Masters with equivalent experience.
• Proficient understanding of and experience with survey methodology, survey operations, survey data processing, and/or survey data analysis.
• Experience with federal surveys and large-scale datasets and knowledge of federal data collection standards is preferred.
• Interest or experience in advancing survey methods using a variety of approaches and data collection techniques is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively about survey methods, results, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to rigorous quality control at every stage of data collection, preparation, and analysis.
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability and willingness to quickly learn new research methods when necessary.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience with federal surveys and large-scale datasets is preferred.
• Interest in advancing survey methods using various approaches and data collection techniques.
Benefits
• Competitive salary range of $85,000 - $115,000 based on internal and external equity.
• Remote work options available within the U.S.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Responsibilities
• Assist in the design and review of qualitative and quantitative data collection instruments including survey questionnaires, interview protocols, and focus group protocols.
• Support the development and execution of theoretically-sound, practical approaches to achieve the statistical objectives of a study or project.
• Conduct technical reviews of data collection and data processing plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and technical soundness.
• Perform quality checks of data files for errors and anomalies and communicate potential issues to the client.
• Assist with the conduct of disclosure risk analysis on restricted- and public-use data files.
• Disseminate study methods and results internally and externally through various formats.
• Manage small- to medium-sized tasks, including contributing to client meetings and overseeing junior analysts.
• Provide input for technical sections and budget estimates for proposals.
• Support learning opportunities for junior staff working on large-scale survey projects.
Requirements
• PhD degree in survey methodology, statistics, economics, psychology, sociology, computer science, public policy, public health, or related fields; or a Masters with equivalent experience.
• Proficient understanding of and experience with survey methodology, survey operations, survey data processing, and/or survey data analysis.
• Experience with federal surveys and large-scale datasets and knowledge of federal data collection standards is preferred.
• Interest or experience in advancing survey methods using a variety of approaches and data collection techniques is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively about survey methods, results, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to rigorous quality control at every stage of data collection, preparation, and analysis.
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability and willingness to quickly learn new research methods when necessary.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience with federal surveys and large-scale datasets is preferred.
• Interest in advancing survey methods using various approaches and data collection techniques.
Benefits
• Competitive salary range of $85,000 - $115,000 based on internal and external equity.
• Remote work options available within the U.S.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Apply Now
Apply Now