The Survey Research Center is collecting data for the Pennsylvania Interactive, Online Gaming Annual Study, a state-wide study to assess impacts of online gambling in Pennsylvania. The study is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. It has been designed to provide accurate, reliable, and representative data on Pennsylvanians' gambling. Residents across Pennsylvania (PA) have an equal chance of being selected to participate in this telephone survey that allows participants to share their experiences with online gambling. The project incorporates yearly data collection and includes an annual report of the findings. Since PA recently legalized online gaming, we are in a unique position to measure engagement and the impacts. This evidence will guide policymakers in prevention and treatment efforts.
We currently have paid positions for self-motivated, reliable students to serve as interviewers in our Academic Call Center. Interviewers will administer research questionnaires to respondents across Pennsylvania from all walks of life.
The position requires working in the Call Center predominately on evenings and weekends for a minimum of 8 hours per week. You receive paid training sessions both in the study protocols and to become an ethical, competent, and effective interviewer.
There are no prerequsites for this position. We will provide the trainings needed to be successful. We do expect students to be motivated, engaged, and reliable.
Interviews predominately take place on evenings and weekends. Because of the investment we provide in your training, we require a minium 2 semester commitment; however, it is possible to remain in the position for more than 2 semesters. A willingness to learn, ability to follow a set protocol, and active listning skills are beneficial.
While a resume is not needed to inquire about the position, once invited to apply, we will ask that you submit a resume and contact information for 2 professional references.
If you are interested in learning more about this oppertunity or joining the team, please contact Dr. Amanda Ferrara (amf5545@psu.edu).