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Survey Researchers

Life, Physical, and Social Science (19-3022)

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.

At a Glance

Survey Researchers earns a median of $63,380/yr with -5.2% projected growth. Typical entry: Master's degree. Top skills: Working with Computers, Analyzing Data or Information, Processing Information.

Median Annual Wage

$63,380/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

-5.2%

Annual Openings

1

Typical Education

Master's degree

Skills & Requirements

Skills (13)

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

4.3
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

4.3
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

4.3
Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

4.3
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

4.3
Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

4.0
Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

3.9
Complex Problem Solving

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

3.9
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

3.8
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

3.4
Systems Evaluation

Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

3.3
Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

3.3
Systems Analysis

Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

3.3

Knowledge (7)

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

4.6
Sociology and Anthropology

Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

3.9
Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

3.7
Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

3.6
Administration and Management

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

3.5
Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

3.5
Psychology

Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

3.5

Abilities (16)

Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

4.5
Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

4.4
Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

4.3
Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

4.1
Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

4.1
Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

4.1
Information Ordering

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

4.1
Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

4.0
Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

4.0
Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

4.0
Number Facility

The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

3.9
Speech Recognition

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

3.9
Problem Sensitivity

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

3.5
Category Flexibility

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

3.5
Fluency of Ideas

The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

3.4
Flexibility of Closure

The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

3.3

Technology (26)

Microsoft Access

Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology

4.5
JavaScript

Category: Web platform development software | Hot Technology

4.5
IBM SPSS Statistics

Category: Analytical or scientific software | Hot Technology

4.5
Extensible markup language XML

Category: Enterprise application integration software | Hot Technology

4.5
C

Category: Development environment software | Hot Technology

4.5
Structured query language SQL

Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology

4.5
R

Category: Object or component oriented development software | Hot Technology

4.5
SAS

Category: Analytical or scientific software | Hot Technology

4.5
Python

Category: Object or component oriented development software | Hot Technology

4.5
Perl

Category: Object or component oriented development software | Hot Technology

4.5
Oracle PeopleSoft

Category: Enterprise resource planning ERP software | Hot Technology

4.5
Oracle Java

Category: Object or component oriented development software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Word

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Teams

Category: Project management software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Project

Category: Project management software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft PowerPoint

Category: Presentation software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Tableau

Category: Business intelligence and data analysis software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP

Category: Web platform development software | Hot Technology

4.5
Zoom

Category: Video conferencing software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
The MathWorks MATLAB

Category: Analytical or scientific software | Hot Technology

4.5
Qualtrics Insight

Category: Project management software | In Demand

4.0
Statistical software

Category: Analytical or scientific software

4.0
StataCorp Stata

Category: Analytical or scientific software

4.0
REDCap Research Electronic Data Capture

Category: Analytical or scientific software | In Demand

4.0

Work Activities (25)

Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

4.8
Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

4.7
Processing Information

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

4.7
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

4.4
Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

4.3
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

4.3
Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

4.2
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

4.2
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

4.1
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

4.1
Documenting/Recording Information

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

4.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

4.0
Thinking Creatively

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

4.0
Developing Objectives and Strategies

Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

3.8
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

3.8
Scheduling Work and Activities

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

3.7
Developing and Building Teams

Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

3.6
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

3.6
Training and Teaching Others

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

3.6
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

3.6
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

3.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

3.4
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

3.4
Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

3.3
Coaching and Developing Others

Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

3.3

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