Description
Collect and document data in the field or remotely through interviews, surveys, observations, or record reviews. Ask protocol-driven questions, record and code responses, assist respondents with forms, and ensure completeness, accuracy, and secure handling of data; may sort, classify, and file records.
- • Conduct interviews and surveys by phone, online, or in person following study protocols.
- • Ask standardized questions and probe to resolve unclear or inconsistent responses.
- • Record, code, and upload data using electronic tools or designated forms.
- • Review collected data for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to criteria.
- • Contact and schedule participants via phone, email, text, or field visits.
- • Explain study objectives, consent, confidentiality, and procedures to participants.
- • Assist respondents in completing questionnaires or digital forms.
- • Identify and report data quality issues, deviations, or barriers to collection.
- • Maintain logs, lists, and sampling frames, including locating addresses or sites.
- • Prepare daily or weekly summaries and status reports for supervisors.
- • Follow privacy, data security, and ethical guidelines, including informed consent.
- • Collect observational counts, timestamps, or measurements per protocol.
- • Capture and verify location or time data when required by the project.
- • Travel to assigned locations and manage materials, devices, and supplies.
- • Perform basic data cleaning, validation checks, and reconciliation with source records.
- • Train or mentor new data collection staff as directed.
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Healthcare & Human Services
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Source
Tasks & skills:
O*NET occupational data (work activities, skills, knowledge).
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
