Data Collector

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Education, or Public Health; or an equivalent combination of experience and education, including training in research methodology, computerized data processing, and/or interviewing techniques.

Essential Functions

• Collect and document data in support of research and information‑gathering activities.
• Participate in all aspects of research and evaluation activities.
• Edit collected data and perform follow‑up activities.
• Assist in the design and testing of questionnaires, data input sheets, and other data‑collection mechanisms.
• Supervise and participate in coding data for computer operations.
• Coordinate the collection and organization of materials and data used in research reports, publications, and program descriptions.
• Assist in data analyses and preparation of charts, graphs, and reports derived from research data.
• Perform fieldwork on assigned research projects.
• Establish and coordinate interview schedules; conduct interviews with patients, family members, and the public.
• Assist individuals in completing preliminary forms and questionnaires and answer related questions.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in a research environment.
• Experience relevant to the department being served.

Work Environment

Clean, well‑lit office environment.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching with arms, finger and hand dexterity, talking, hearing, and seeing as required by tasks.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 lb (maximum); occasional handling up to 50 lb or 100 lb as needed.