Field Interviewer - Part Time

Field Interviewers are responsible for: Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants Locating selected dwelling units, identifying eligible adult household members, administering a screening interview and recruiting respondents for a longer main interview, if selected Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation 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 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 This position involves standing, walking and climbing stairs, and transporting equipment and materials such as laptop computers and notebooks weighing 15 pounds or more.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Qualifications 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 US 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 Must be comfortable asking survey questions on personally sensitive subject matters (e.g. pregnancy, reproduction, sexual activity) Must be willing to work approximately 20 hours a week, including weekends and weekday evenings, on a regular basis with occasional weekday daytime hours. Must be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency Experience conducting in-person, household interviews with randomly selected respondents Willingness to travel to other areas in geographical region (e.g., within state, adjacent state) for short periods of time

Req Benefits:

RTI International Field Employees receive: competitive compensation, flexible work schedule (offering great work/life balance!), access to an employee discount program, and reimbursable travel time & mileage.

Compensation:

$21 / hr

Additional Details :

May 05, 2026