Survey Officer (Freelance) (Closed)

 

Job description:

The Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Survey Officer to help us amplify, connect, and expand important existing work within our strong community.  The MCAA conducts between 8 to 12 surveys annually to gain insight into the challenges encountered by researchers.  

The Survey Officer will be responsible for all survey-related activities of the Association, including but not limited to the following: 

  • Design survey instruments, including questionnaire development, survey sampling, and data collection methods
  • Analyse survey data using techniques and software tools to extract meaningful insights
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations that effectively communicate survey findings and recommendations to key stakeholders
  • Conduct 8 to 12 surveys/year on various topics impacting research and researchers
  • Coordinate with the Board, Operational Team, internal and external topic experts and funding agencies from the design to the reporting phase

 

What we expect: 

  • A graduate qualification or higher in sociology, social sciences, statistics, or survey-related fields is required
  • Previous experience in designing and conducting surveys
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret survey data effectively
  • Familiarity with Survey Platforms such as Qualtrics and EU Survey
  • Basic understanding and working experience in IT platforms (Monday, G Suite, Teams, Miro, Adobe, Drupal) 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent teamwork abilities, particularly in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary context
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  • The readiness to join an international virtual team

Will be considered as advantages: 

  • A master’s degree in a relevant field
  • More than two years of experience in a similar role 
  • Experience in designing survey questionnaires, analysing data, and preparing reports for at least five surveys
  • A person who is an MCAA Member
  • A person residing in Belgium or EU Member States, otherwise willing to relocate to Belgium, if necessary

What we offer:

  • MCAA service contract as a freelancer from June 2024 until the end of September 2024, renewable depending on the performance
  • Compensation is based on the candidate's relevant experience, with a daily gross rate ranging from 140 euros to 160 euros
  • The position is expected to be half-time, approximately 2 days/week, but the days can be increased depending on performance and need
  • Flexible working hours
  • Being part of a growing international network
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth

 

More information:

The Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) is a global network of researchers who have benefited from or are benefitting from the Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (MSCA). The MCAA supports and contributes to the advancement of knowledge for a global, diverse, and informed society. The MCAA enhances the flow of knowledge across different countries, sectors of the economy, and scientific disciplines. By encouraging networking, cooperation, and mutual understanding among MCAA members and external stakeholders, the MCAA serves as a forum for debate between researchers and society. Since its establishment in 2014, MCAA has contributed to shaping the future science policy in Europe, providing different career development opportunities and supporting the wider research community on topics affecting research and researchers' lives. Currently, the MCAA has over 21,000 members from 150+ countries. The MCAA has 36 geographical chapters and 10 thematic working groups.

 

How to apply? 

Attention to Applicants via LinkedIn: Please take the test integrated with the LinkedIn Job Advertisement. If you meet all the requirements mentioned, you can apply using the process described below. Applications via the automated LinkedIn Apply button will NOT be considered. Please do not contact the Advertiser. If you have any queries, write to the email mentioned below.
In your motivation letter, please indicate the following information:

  • Type and number of surveys you have designed in the past ten years
  • Number of survey results you analysed in the past five years
  • Any previous experiences with Qualtrics and EU Survey Platforms
  • Any previous experiences in policy impacting research and researchers
  • Any previous experiences working in European Commission-funded projects related to the survey

Please follow these instructions:

  • Combine your Motivation Letter and CV as a single PDF 
  • Rename the combined PDF as follows: SurveyOfficer_<applicant’sName>
  • Send your application to jobs@mariecuriealumni.eu with this subject line: Application for Survey Officer <Applicant's name>
  • Deadline for submissions: As soon as possible, recommended no later than May 30, 23:59:59 CET. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis 
  • Only top-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The interviews are scheduled to take place online during the first two weeks of June
  • Starting Date: Preferably early/mid-June 2024
  • The position will be open until it is fulfilled