How do they match: Survey Researchers

  • Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.

  • Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.
  • Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
  • Hire and train recruiters and data collectors.
  • Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers.

  • Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.
  • Conduct research on social issues.