University of Michigan · 1 day ago
Survey Technician I (TEMP)
Ann Arbor, MI
Part-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Michigan is seeking a Survey Technician I to carry out data collection processes for the Survey Services Lab. The role involves persuading respondents to participate in surveys, accurately completing Computer-Assisted Interviewing instruments, and assisting with various data collection services.
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Responsibilities
Persuade study respondents from diverse backgrounds to participate in social science surveys
Accurately complete Computer-Assisted Interviewing (CAI) instruments, where responses to questions are recorded verbatim into a computer using standardized techniques
Utilize effective respondent contact and sample management procedures for assigned individual case loads
Conduct and complete refusal conversion interviews
Assist with pre-testing and testing of survey instruments including paper and pencil questionnaires and computer assisted interviewing questionnaires
Code data entry applications
Perform operations following questionnaire completion including editing, interpretive data coding, and evaluation of survey responses
Perform at acceptable levels as measured by response rate, productivity, attendance, recording accuracy, and use of general interviewing techniques
Assist with the implementation of additional data collection services such as administration of mailings, specialized respondent tracking, data entry, and recruitment of focus group participants
Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedures manuals and work instructions
Ability to present research study goals and objectives in a professional and ethical manner
Ability to maintain the security and confidentially of all data
Display good teamwork skills and willingness to continually improve performance
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume
The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position
To carry out data collection processes for the Survey Services Lab using Survey Research Center standardized interviewing techniques and protocols
To complete all associated study and administrative materials to specified expectations, including converting refusal interviews and conducting pretests
Persuade study respondents from diverse backgrounds to participate in social science surveys
Accurately complete Computer-Assisted Interviewing (CAI) instruments, where responses to questions are recorded verbatim into a computer using standardized techniques
Utilize effective respondent contact and sample management procedures for assigned individual case loads
Conduct and complete refusal conversion interviews
Assist with pre-testing and testing of survey instruments including paper and pencil questionnaires and computer assisted interviewing questionnaires
Code data entry applications
Perform operations following questionnaire completion including editing, interpretive data coding, and evaluation of survey responses
Perform at acceptable levels as measured by response rate, productivity, attendance, recording accuracy, and use of general interviewing techniques
Assist with the implementation of additional data collection services such as administration of mailings, specialized respondent tracking, data entry, and recruitment of focus group participants
Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedures manuals and work instructions
Ability to present research study goals and objectives in a professional and ethical manner
Ability to maintain the security and confidentially of all data
Display good teamwork skills and willingness to continually improve performance
Other related duties as assigned
Preferred
Graduate from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Successful completion of a background check
Familiarity with desktop or laptop computer
Quality of voice that will enable respondents to hear the questions read in a uniform way
Receptive to monitoring and constructive feedback to improve quality of interviews and interviewing techniques
Successful completion of general interviewing training session on standard SRC interviewing techniques
Successful completion of certification interviews at the end of SRC training
Ability to work at least 16 hours per week on average
Flexible schedule that will allow attendance at training and a work schedule that includes work during the evenings and on weekends
Willingness to complete other interviewing tasks assigned
Benefits
$5.00 per hour pay differential for certified bilingual interviewers
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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