Telephone Interviewer (Part-time, Flexible Hours)

New England Research Institutes, Inc. (NERI) is a dynamic, independent company specializing in clinical trials management, public health research, survey research and media development. (NERI) offers clients exceptional capabilities as a first rate Contract Research Organization together with the deep knowledge and broad experience of one of the nation's premier public health research institutes.

We are currently looking for a male Telephone Interviewer for a project concerning men’s health, including sexual health. In that position, the Telephone Interviewer will conduct and audio-record in-depth, telephone interviews with a racially and ethnically diverse population of pre-screened male respondents. The Interviewer should be comfortable discussing sensitive health issues with respondents. As this position requires interviews with a culturally and racially diverse population, minorities are encouraged to apply. Hours are flexible and will average about 15 hours per week, and may change from week to week. This is a project-specific position lasting from January 15th through April 30th.

Qualifications:

B.A./B.S. degree and 3 years of directly relevant experience or M.A. degree in a related discipline preferred (e.g. Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Community Studies);

Previous experience conducing research interviews is desirable;

Ability to comfortably discuss sensitive issues with respondents;

Excellent interpersonal skills and good listening skills;

Ability to adhere to specific study protocols and procedures;

Ability to debrief with supervisor regarding information from interviews conducted;

Fluency in English and Spanish is ideal but not required;

Ability to use open-ended, non-biased qualitative interviewing techniques;

Knowledge of and familiarity with qualitative research methods;

Ability to work independently;

Curiosity about people and their lives;

Morning and/or afternoon work is required.

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at humanresources@neriscience.com or visit us at www.neriscience.com

NERI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

Location: Watertown, MA
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Telephone Interviewer (Part-time, Flexible Hours) (Watertown, MA)