Transient - PPRL Outbound Phone Survey Researcher

Louisiana State University; United States; Remote; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Transient - PPRL Outbound Phone Survey Researcher to conduct telephone interviews and enter responses into a data collection system. This role is remote/off-site from home, focused on outbound calls without inbound inquiries.

The position requires basic computer and typing skills, clear speaking voice, and ability to follow scripts. Hours are Mon-Fri 5pm-9pm and Sat-Sun 10am-9pm, with a minimum of 12 and a maximum of 20 hours per week; pay is $12.50 per

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic typing skills.
• Must have acceptable reading and pronunciation skills.
• Must be friendly, outgoing and have a conversational tone of voice.
• You must have a clear speaking voice and be able to communicate well over the phone.
• Must be able to follow set procedures including the ability to read scripts verbatim.
• Must have some previous retail or customer service experience.
• All applicants must include a resume.

Responsibilities

• Interview people via telephone and accurately enter responses into a computer-based data collection system.
• This is a remote/off-site position; all work is performed from home.
• This is an outbound call center position with no inbound calls.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Basic typing skills

Reading and pronunciation

Friendly, outgoing demeanor

Clear speaking voice

Read scripts verbatim

Retail or customer service experience

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Transient - PPRL Outbound Phone Survey Researcher

Position Type:

Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Department:

LSUAM MC - Reilly Center - Ops - PPRL Call Center (Dyrel Treadwell (00001392))

Work Location:

Manship School Research Facility

Pay Grade:

Temporary

Job Description:

The PPRL Outbound Phone Survey Researcher position involves interviewing people via telephone and accurately entering responses into a computer-based data collection system. The questions typically involve a variety of business, health, political and economic issues. This job is relatively low stress, as it requires sitting, dialing phone numbers, data entry, and interacting with people on the phone.

This is a remote job. You will perform this job entirely off-site at your home.

This job posting is for an out-bound call center. We do not receive any incoming calls.

Personal Requirements for this job include:

• Basic computer knowledge

• Basic typing skills

• Must have acceptable reading and pronunciation skills

• Must be friendly, outgoing and have a conversational tone of voice

• You must have a clear speaking voice and be able to communicate well over the phone

• Must be able to follow set procedures including the ability to read scripts verbatim

• Must have some previous retail or customer service experience

• All applicants must include a resume.

Home Requirements for this job include:

• A relatively up-to-date home computer

• A strong Ethernet/broadband internet connection at home

• A headset w/ microphone that can plug into your home computer

• A quiet homework environment with minimal interruptions

The hours available are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturdays & Sundays 10am to 9pm.

You do not have to work every day listed above, or every hour listed above, but the minimum shift length is 3 hours. As a reminder, the job pays $12.50/hr. You can work as little as you want as long as your shift length is at least 3 hours.

The position requires a minimum commitment of at least 12 hours per week, with a maximum of no more than 20 hours per week.

Special Instructions:

Please provide a current resume.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Dyrel Treadwell at [e-mail]

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

August 31, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 31, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.