RN Field Health Researcher — Mobile Surveys

RTI International; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

RTI International in the United States is seeking an RN Social Science Researcher to support a large-scale national health data collection effort. You will use nursing judgment and survey methods to support field operations, data collection, and documentation.

This role requires approximately 25% travel to sites across the U.S., including rural areas, and work in a mobile clinic environment. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in nursing, public health, sociology, psychology, political science, or related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent education/experience includes an associate's degree and 5 years of experience.
• Current RN license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or DC).
• Demonstrated interest or experience in survey research or public health data collection.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for mobile clinic work and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Support participant-centered health data collection in mobile clinic settings using nursing judgment and study protocols.
• Coordinate and conduct virtual and in-person training sessions and field observations.
• Track data collection activities, response rates, and costs.
• Conduct quality reviews of data collection activities, systems, reports, and related documentation.
• Develop and review project materials, including study brochures, lead letters, training manuals, job aids, and data collection materials.
• Test questionnaires and survey systems; document and report errors.
• Support IRB protocols, OMB packages, and other project documentation.
• Present findings to support survey research knowledge and project learning.
• Obtain informed consent and collect survey data, with travel across the United States.

Skills

Strong writing and verbal comms

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow detailed study/prot

Work independently

Education

BS/BA in nursing, public health, sociology, psychology, political science, or related field

Equivalent education/experience: associate's degree + 5 years

Current RN license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

RTI International in the United States is seeking an RN Social Science Researcher to support a large-scale national health data collection effort. You will use nursing judgment and survey methods to support field operations, data collection, and documentation.

This role requires approximately 25% travel to sites across the U.S., including rural areas, and work in a mobile clinic environment. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are essential.