Field Interviewer – Part‑time (Dumfries area)

About the role

Join Natcen Social Research as a part‑time Field Interviewer, visiting households in the Dumfries/Gretna area to collect first‑hand information on topics such as health, housing and transport. This role is hands‑on and community‑focused, allowing you to contribute to research that shapes public policy.

Key responsibilities

• Knock on doors and conduct face‑to‑face interviews using a tablet or laptop.
• Record respondents’ experiences accurately and confidentially.
• Manage travel logistics and adhere to scheduled interview slots.
• Maintain professional conduct and follow data‑protection guidelines.

Required profile

• Valid UK driving licence with sole use of a car.
• Class 1 business insurance for vehicle use.
• Right to work in the UK and willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Reliable home broadband and a laptop or tablet with a camera.
• Minimum 18 hours availability per week, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Required skills

• Comfortable using a laptop or tablet with basic software applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

What we offer

• £20‑£30 per interview, plus admin fees, holiday pay (12.1%) and travel reimbursements (£4.68 hour for travel, 36p per mile up to 10,000 miles).
• Bonus payments of £250 after launch and at two‑ and four‑month milestones.
• Average hourly rate around £15.12, with higher rates for experienced interviewers.