Occupation information for Survey Researchers District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Master's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.
• Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
• Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
• Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
• Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
• Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
• Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.
• Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.
• Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data.
• Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.

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• Laser printers
• Notebook computers
• Optical character recognition systems
• Personal computers
• Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Object or component oriented development software
• Presentation software
• Project management software

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