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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