PATH 3.0 – Screening Field Interviewer

Westat•AL - Huntsville, AL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Westat is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to serve as screening field interviewers on the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study. The PATH study collects information on tobacco and nicotine use and examines its short- and long-term health effects. Data collection includes web and in-person methods. Interviewers will locate sampled addresses, screen household members for a longitudinal study, and regularly transmit data via the internet. Applicants are required to view a video about the position before applying.

Requirements

Be 18 or older (or an emancipated minor).
Ability to enter binding confidentiality agreements.
Be available and able to complete 20 – 25 hours of web-based training per week between August 3, 2026 and August 16, 2026.
Live in or around the geographic work area defined by the project sample.
Be available to work during the data collection period from August 17 through December 31, 2026.
Be available to work 20-25 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends on specified days/times when work is available; 3 to 4 hours at a time.
Lift and carry 20 pounds of equipment and materials.
Walk several blocks.
Climb a flight of stairs carrying equipment.
Have regular and reliable access to telephone service with a long-distance calling feature, either landline or cellular.
Have regular and reliable access to a secure high-speed internet home connection.
Have consistent access to a fully insured, reliable vehicle.
Meet Westat’s minimum insurance coverage requirements.
Have a current and valid driver’s license that is not under suspension.

Nice To Haves

In-person interviewing and/or cold calling experience.
Experience working with the public.
Ability to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life and socio-economic groups.
Comfortable using a laptop computer.
Able to establish and maintain good rapport with study respondents.
Comfortable working in unfamiliar locations, knocking on doors.
Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented.
Ability to work independently.
Work successfully in a team environment with little direct supervision.
Individuals bilingual in English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.
Willingness to travel overnight if project assignments become available.