Field Interviewer — Flexible, Local Research in Scotland

NatCen International; Peebles; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Admin fees

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement

Bonus payments up to £750

Training and support

Job summary

NatCen International is seeking field interviewers to visit households across Scotland and conduct in-home interviews on health, housing, and daily life. You will collect responses, ensuring respectful conversations and accurate recording, helping inform decisions that affect services and policy.

You’ll receive full training, ongoing support, and travel time payments. The role suits reliable, independent communicators with flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Reliable home broadband.
• Confidence using basic technology.
• At least 20 hours available per week.

Responsibilities

• Visit people in your local area and carry out in-home research interviews.
• Guide thoughtful, respectful conversations and accurately record responses.
• Represent ScotCen and help ensure Scottish voices are heard and reflected in decision making.
• Finish training before working independently and receive ongoing support.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Reliability

Independent working

Empathy

Job description

NatCen International is seeking field interviewers to visit households across Scotland and conduct in-home interviews on health, housing, and daily life. You will collect responses, ensuring respectful conversations and accurate recording, helping inform decisions that affect services and policy.

You’ll receive full training, ongoing support, and travel time payments. The role suits reliable, independent communicators with flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.