Research Liaison RTI International - 3.7 Richmond, VA Job Details $25 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Confidential information handling Computer literacy Writing skills English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Expense reports Computer skills Mobile devices Full Job Description Research Liaisons are responsible for: Traveling frequently to selected locations; may include overnight travel Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation Collecting and maintaining confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires Maintaining current knowledge of relevant developments in the field Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings Transmitting data as scheduled Attending virtually scheduled meetings with other members of the project team 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 Editing completed work, and reporting the results of all activities Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports This position involves standing, walking and climbing stairs, and transporting equipment and materials such as laptop computers and notebooks weighing 20 pounds or more Reaching out to local venues by phone, by email, or in person; identifying the decision maker within the venue; and clearly explaining the purposes of the study to gain their agreement to participate Through venue recruitment efforts, recruiting up to 20 local venues to participate in the study Onboarding venue staff to the study, maintaining good study relationships with venue managers, owners, and staff throughout duration of study Encouraging staff to sign up for the study through active screener participation on the spot using project tablet or using passive staff recruitment materials Launching each wave of data collection by posting passive recruitment materials throughout the venue; closing each wave by collecting all passive recruitment materials when participation targets have been met Conducting active intercept recruitment of patrons at venues using a tablet for 5-minute screeners, paying $10 cash incentives upon completion Maintaining study supplies (flyers, table tents, etc.) at each venue, and conducting periodic venue assessments (a short survey liaisons complete about each venue)

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 Effective decision-making and task management skills Able to accurately account for incentive money paid out to respondents and request replenishments Able to obtain, safeguard, and submit all expense receipts for client records and reimbursement Able to keep project information confidential Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark Due to nature of drinking establishment hours of operation, afternoons, evenings, and weekends will be required for most tasks Be comfortable in bar, brewery, or music venue settings, including busy and loud establishments Must have flexible availability to work on specified dates/times determined by the venue recruitment effort 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 Associates degree preferred Ability to adapt to various social environments and areas Ability to complete, organize, safely store, and ship paperwork weekly, and in a timely fashion Ability to document all activity and interactions with patrons or venue managers as required Ability to work with another venue liaison and project staff as an effective and cohesive team Ability to adhere to project requirements Be outgoing and comfortable approaching and speaking with strangers Ability to explain the importance of this study Ability to accurately account for incentive money paid out to respondents and request replenishments Ability to obtain, safeguard and submit all expense receipts for client records and reimbursement

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:

$25 / hr

Additional Details :

Anticipated Close Date:

Nov 03, 2026