Evening/Weekend Survey Research Telephone Interviewers

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Survey Research Center(SRC) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking self-motivated, reliable people as part-time phone interviewers. We are actively hiring phone interviewers for the BRFSS, a state-wide research project about U.S. residents' health-related risk behaviors, chronic health conditions, and use of preventive services.

• Interviewers will be asked to use a computer or laptop to administer carefully developed research questionnaires via telephone to respondents (people) in Pennsylvania from all walks of life.

• The position offers some day-time hours during the week, but the position typically requires working evenings and on the weekends. Candidates MUST have weekend availability.

• Depending on location and qualifications, candidates can be hired to work in person or remotely.

• Staff members are requested to work at least 8-10 hours a week.

• Candidates must have reliable transportation if they work in-person, or reliable internet if they work remotely.

• Positions are available immediately. No prior experience in a call center or research is necessary.

• Successful candidates will receive paid training sessions developed by experienced managers to help them become a competent and effective interviewer.

• These positions are a great opportunity for those looking for flexible part-time work or to get involved in research.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and/or resume.

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