According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis. | 95% |
| Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample disposition reports and response rate calculations. | 93% |
| Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting. | 93% |
| Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results. | 92% |
| Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials. | 92% |
| Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples. | 92% |
| Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews. | 90% |
| Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys. | 90% |
| Conduct research to gather information about survey topics. | 89% |
| Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data. | 88% |
| Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software. | 84% |
| Direct updates and changes in survey implementation and methods. | 81% |
| Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers. | 81% |
| Write proposals to win new projects. | 79% |
| Collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys. | 75% |
| Hire and train recruiters and data collectors. | 71% |
