Is being a survey researcher a good fit for you?

Plans and runs surveys, and works out what the answers mean.

What the work involves

Runs surveys and collects data through interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, polls and reviews of documents.
Prepares and presents summaries of survey data, including tables, graphs and fact sheets.
Consults with clients to find out what the survey needs, such as special samples.
Decides the details of survey projects, including information sources, methods and survey design.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be curious and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.

CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.

CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.

HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.

PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.

OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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