PATH 3.0 – Screening Field Interviewer

About the role

The Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study seeks motivated and detail-oriented individuals to serve as screening field interviewers. The PATH study collects information on tobacco and nicotine use and examines its health effects. Interviews are conducted via web and in-person methods.

Responsibilities

• Locate sampled addresses and screen household members for a longitudinal study.
• Receive and transmit data via the internet.
• Report progress and costs to supervisor multiple times per week.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Travel to complete project work as needed.

Requirements

• Be 18 or older (or an emancipated minor).
• Have the ability to enter confidentiality agreements.
• Complete 20-25 hours of web-based training between August 3, 2026 and August 16, 2026.
• Live in or around the geographic work area defined by the project sample.
• Be available to work during the data collection period from August 17 through December 31, 2026.
• Meet physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Have regular and reliable access to telephone service and a secure high-speed internet home connection.
• Have consistent access to a fully insured, reliable vehicle.
• Have a current and valid driver’s license that is not under suspension.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include being available to work 20-25 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends.
• Experience with in-person interviewing and/or cold calling is preferred.
• Comfortable communicating with diverse populations is preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain good rapport with study respondents is preferred.
• Willingness to travel overnight if project assignments become available is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Benefits

This is a part-time, variable-hour, non-exempt position. Overtime pay is eligible. Production bonuses may be offered at the discretion of the client. There is no initial eligibility for health insurance or a health savings account (HSA). Coverage becomes eligible after 1560 hours worked from September through September of the following year. Field positions accrue sick leave and are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program.

Pay

The hourly pay rate ranges from $19.03 to $24.15. A health and welfare payment of $5.09 is also provided weekly for up to 40 work hours per week.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible, with work typically occurring during evenings and weekends. Travel to complete project work may be required.