Data Collector for Museum Experience Study
Windwalker Group is seeking Data Collectors to conduct survey research and collect observation data. All data collection will take place on-site at the National Museum of the Marine Corps (NMMC) in Triangle, VA.
In this position, Data Collectors will:
- Recruit museum visitors to participate in surveys including:
- Address any questions before and after participation
- Inform visitors of their participation rights (voluntary participation, anonymity, confidentiality, and the right to withdraw)
- Explain the survey process, including question types and completion options (paper and digital)
- Provide visitors with paper and digital survey options (QR code)
- Conduct observations of museum visitors in the galleries including:
- Observing museum visitors' behaviors (e.g., visitors' interactions with exhibits and within the galleries)
- Recording observation notes on an observation protocol document
- Safeguard data (paper surveys and/or observation notes), and adhere to guidelines for submitting data
- Maintain professional demeanor and attire while at the museum
Required Eligibility and Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be available to work 4-to-8-hour shifts from 9a-5p ET, including weekdays and/or weekends and some holidays, when the museum is open
- Must bring a personal smart phone
- Preferred education and/or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: museum studies, sociology, psychology, anthropology, art history, research, or a related field
- Preferred prior experience and/or coursework in research methods and/or data collection
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in the museum field is a plus
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