Survey Researchers
SOC Code: 19-3022
Survey Researcherss conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 87.4/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Mathematics, Reading Comprehension.
AI-Proof Score: 87.4 — Very High
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Median Salary
$63,380
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Job Growth
-5.2%
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Training Time
Extensive preparation (4+ years)
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Job Zone
Zone 5 / 5
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Training Cost
~$80,000
Key Skills
- •Critical Thinking
- •Mathematics
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Writing
- •Active Listening
- •Active Learning
- •Speaking
Common Tasks
- ✓Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
- ✓Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
- ✓Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
- ✓Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
- ✓Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation