National Survey of American Life 2026 - Nov 2026
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Role: Interviewer
Pay Rate: Base rate
Training Dates: November 4-15, 2026 (includes travel in and travel out dates)
Training Mode: In-person, Ann Arbor, MI
Production Dates: November 2026 - spring 2028
Data Collection Mode: Face-to-face and Phone (nationally)
Required Qualifications and Duties - Interviewer
Attend a 10-day training November 4-15, 2026 (includes travel in and travel out dates)
Available to work a minimum of 25 hours per week with a variable schedule to include weekdays, evenings, and weekends to meet respondent availability
Conduct face-to-face interviews of respondents from the 2001-2003 NSAL data collection project, many of whom live in predominantly Black/African American communities. These interviews will be conducted in the homes of study participants who reside in a variety of neighborhoods ranging from wealthy to highly disadvantaged.
Successful candidates will be comfortable conducting 2.5 hour in-person interviews with physical measures and cognitive assessments, in study participant’s home
Ability to traverse several blocks at a time, including ascending and descending stairs, reaching the floor and overhead, remaining stationary for up to 2.5 hours, and transporting equipment weighing approximately 25 pounds
Have a valid driver's license, up-to-date insurance, and access to reliable private transportation. (Subways, buses, taxis and ride shares like Uber or Lyft are not considered private transportation - exceptions may be granted for some areas of NYC)
Ability to drive up to 100 miles one way to participant's home
Attend mandatory weekly virtual team calls on weekdays during business hours
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Questions about this position should be directed to Sarah Crane @ sccrane@umich.edu
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