Demographic Researcher Job Description
Demographic researchers design, implement and manage demographic research projects. They must collect and analyze information using a variety of methods such as interviews and questionnaires in order to accomplish their research objectives.
They may be employed by private research organizations, government agencies or universities.
Typical Job Duties
• Prepare and present proposals for new demographic research projects
• Liaise with clients to gain an understanding of the objectives of the research project
• Refine research objectives
• Use an appropriate and creative methodology to create and manage a research project
• May use quantitative and/or qualitative methods during research
• Produce pilot and development work
• Analyze and evaluate research and interpret data
• Present results of research both orally and in writing and offer advice based on the research
Scholarships for Becoming a Demographic Researcher
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Applicable Majors
Studying one of the university majors listed below is an excellent starting point for becoming a Demographic Researcher. Click on the links to find out what else you can do with these majors!