Summary

RTI International is a leading nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Founded in 1958 as the Research Triangle Institute, the organization conducts research and provides technical services in areas including health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services. With headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, RTI employs over 5,000 staff members worldwide who work across more than 75 countries. The institute is known for its rigorous scientific approach to solving complex problems and has established itself as a trusted partner for government agencies, foundations, and private sector clients seeking evidence-based solutions to global challenges. RTI's work spans from basic scientific research to applied policy analysis, with a strong emphasis on translating research findings into practical applications that benefit society.

Job description

Traveling Field Interviewers are responsible for:

Being available for continuous travel 48 weeks per year to recruit study participants and staying at project selected accommodations
Willing to commit to work for at least one year
Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation
Collecting confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires
Conducting in-home interviews, exam reminder calls, and exam reminder visits
Recruiting for in-person health exams and dietary phone interviews
Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
Approaching households without a prior appointment
Participating in weekly calls with Field Supervisor
Transmitting data as scheduled
Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project issued equipment
Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft
Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives
Submitting timely and accurate Time and Expense reports
Attending virtually scheduled meetings with other members of the project team
This position involves standing, walking and climbing stairs, and transporting equipment and materials such as laptop computers and notebooks weighing 15 pounds or more
This position involves driving for up to 7 hours in a day

Minimum Required Qualifications

Must possess High School Diploma or GED
Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
Willing to live “on the road” for ~20 continuous weeks (140 days) at a time
Ability to read text verbatim from a computer screen (i.e., a laptop and handheld computer) and paper documents
Able to work evenings and weekends
In order to travel by air, federal law requires individuals have REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative
Available for entire training and data collection period
Able to successfully complete training
Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities
Able to keep project information confidential
Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates

Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
Comfortable working in unfamiliar areas, ranging from rural to urban
Bilingual English/Spanish

Requirements

Must possess High School Diploma or GED
Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
Willing to live “on the road” for ~20 continuous weeks (140 days) at a time
Ability to read text verbatim from a computer screen and paper documents
Able to work evenings and weekends
Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA approved alternative
Available for entire training and data collection period
Able to successfully complete training
Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities
Able to keep project information confidential
Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark
Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
Comfortable working in unfamiliar areas, ranging from rural to urban
Bilingual English/Spanish

Company overview

RTI International is a leading nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Founded in 1958 as the Research Triangle Institute, the organization conducts research and provides technical services in areas including health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services. With headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, RTI employs over 5,000 staff members worldwide who work across more than 75 countries. The institute is known for its rigorous scientific approach to solving complex problems and has established itself as a trusted partner for government agencies, foundations, and private sector clients seeking evidence-based solutions to global challenges. RTI's work spans from basic scientific research to applied policy analysis, with a strong emphasis on translating research findings into practical applications that benefit society.