New England Research Institutes, Inc. (NERI) is a dynamic, independent company specializing in clinical trials management, public health research, survey research and media development.  (NERI) offers clients exceptional capabilities as a first rate Contract Research Organization together with the deep knowledge and broad experience of one of the nation's premier public health research institutes.

We are currently looking for a full time Bilingual Field/Telephone Interviewer.  In that position, the Field/Telephone Interviewer will:

·        Administer the informed consent and conduct one on one field research interviews with a diverse group of respondents;

·        Collect physiological data from respondents (blood pressure, height/weight and hip/waist measurements);

·        Follow data collection procedures and project specific protocols with respondents;

·        Enlist respondent participation in follow-up study by telephone;

·        Use project tracking techniques to help find “lost” respondents;

·        Complete all necessary paperwork in a thorough and timely manner following specified procedures and protocols for all editing and paperwork;

·        Attend project meetings and debriefing sessions, while communicating daily with supervisory staff at NERI

Qualifications:

·        Must be bilingual (English/Spanish);

·        Must be willing to travel and conduct interviews throughout the city of Boston and up to a 90 mile radius of Watertown.  Business travel mileage will be reimbursed

·        Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience; or high school diploma and 4 years’ related experience and/or training;

·        Ability to conduct non-biased interviews and experience with telephone work;

·        Ability to interview difficult respondents and have strong interpersonal skills;

·        Evening and/or weekend work is required.

·        A valid Driver’s License, Car and Valid Auto Insurance are required.

·        Ease and familiarity with computers is required, experience with database software is required

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at humanresources@neriscience.com or visit us at www.neriscience.com

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NERI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V