Data Collector

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wake Forest, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Data Collector performs duties involved in collecting and documenting data in support of research and information-gathering activities. The role participates in research and evaluation activities, conducts fieldwork and interviews, and assists with data preparation, analysis, and reporting. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, in a clean, well-lit office environment. The listed pay range is $22.90–$34.35.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Education, or Public Health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including training in research methodology, computerized data processing, and/or interviewing techniques.
Experience in a research environment.
Experience in the department to be served.
Experience in clinical research, including interviewing and data-collection procedures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to individuals at all levels.
Ability to understand and maintain discretion and confidentiality related to all aspects of the study.
Strong ability to interact with participants over the telephone.
Excellent organizational skills; self-directed and persistent.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with older adults.
Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Collect and document data in support of research and information-gathering activities.
Participate in all aspects of research and evaluation activities.
Edit collected data and perform follow-up activities.
Assist in designing and testing questionnaires, data-input sheets, and other data-collection mechanisms.
Supervise and participate in coding data in preparation for computer operations.
Coordinate the collection and organization of materials and data used in research reports, publications, and program descriptions.
Assist with data analyses and prepare charts, graphs, and reports based on research data.
Perform fieldwork on assigned research projects.
Establish and coordinate interview schedules and conduct interviews with patients, family members, and the public.
Assist individuals with preliminary forms and questionnaires and answer questions as required.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Career development programs.
Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.