PATH 3.0 - Screening Field Interviewer

PATH 3.0

•Screening Field Interviewer MD•Baltimore

PATH 3.0

•Screening Field Interviewer 29400BR Job Description Westat is currently seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals with a commitment to excellence to serve as screening field interviewers on the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study. The PATH study collects information on tobacco and nicotine use, and examines the short•and long-term health effects of such use on people in the U.S.The PATH Study employs a multi-mode approach to data collection that includes web and in-person data collection. Interviewers are required to locate sampled addresses and screen household members for a longitudinal study. Interviewers regularly receive and transmit data via the internet and report progress and costs to their supervisor. Interested applicants are required to view the PATH interviewer video to learn more about this position prior to submitting an application. To view the video, click the link below:

PATH Study:

The Field Interviewer's Job•WestatOr cut and paste this URL into your browser: westat/path-study-the-field-interviewers-jobBasic Qualifications Candidates must:

Be 18 or older (or an emancipated minor) with the ability to enter binding confidentiality agreements to protect project information.

Be available and able to complete 20•25 hours of web-based training per week between August 3, 2026 and August 16, 2026. You will be required to communicate with your assigned supervisor multiple times per week during this time. Minimum Requirements Live in or around the geographic work area defined by the project sampleBe available to work during the data collection period from August 17 through December 31, 2026 Be available to work 20-25 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends on specified days/times when work is available; 3 to 4 hours at a time. At times, more hours may be available.

Local travel to complete project work will be required. Be able to meet the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift and carry 20 pounds of equipment and materials. Walk several blocks; and Climb a flight of stairs carrying equipment.

Have regular and reliable access to telephone service with a long-distance calling feature, either landline or cellular.

Have regular and reliable access to a secure high-speed internet home connection. Have consistent access to a fully insured, reliable vehicle. Must meet Westat's minimum insurance coverage requirements. Have a current and valid driver's license that is not under suspension.

Preferred CriteriaIn-person interviewing and/or cold calling experienceExperience working with the public.

Ability to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life and socio-economic groupsComfortable using a laptop computer Able to establish and maintain good rapport with study respondentsComfortable working in unfamiliar locations, knocking on doorsSelf-motivated, organized, detail-oriented Ability to work independently Work successfully in a team environment with little direct supervisionIndividuals bilingual in English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Willingness to travel ...For full information see follow application link. Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.