Field Interviewer — MEPS Data Collector (Part-Time, Travel)

Westat, Inc.; Desert Hot Springs (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick leave accrual

401(k) employer matching

Job summary

Westat, Inc. is seeking Field Interviewers to support the MEPS study, conducting in-person and computer-assisted interviews with adults in a nationally representative sample.

This role involves contacting households, scheduling and completing interviews, and collecting signed documents as required. Training is mandatory, with in-person and web-based sessions scheduled in January 2027; travel to local and possibly long-distance assignments is expected, including occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person and computer-assisted interviews with adults from households.
• Contact households in-person and by phone to introduce the study and gain cooperation; set appointments and complete interviews.

Job description

Westat, Inc. is seeking Field Interviewers to support the MEPS study, conducting in-person and computer-assisted interviews with adults in a nationally representative sample.

This role involves contacting households, scheduling and completing interviews, and collecting signed documents as required. Training is mandatory, with in-person and web-based sessions scheduled in January 2027; travel to local and possibly long-distance assignments is expected, including occasional overnight stays.