How a survey researcher can use AI, task by task

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.

Context: The work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
What I need to learn: [topic]
Who I'll ask: [type of people]
Method: [interview, survey, observation]

Draft the questions or observation checklist, sampling tips, and a template for recording answers. Order the questions sensibly, add follow-ups for vague answers, and give me a note-taking template.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Survey: [topic, population]
Resources: [budget, staff]

Draft sampling, procedures and timeline. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys.

Context: We use REDCap Research Electronic Data Capture and SAS; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Project: [research, audit, multidisciplinary]
My role: [describe]

List what to prepare, questions for collaborators, and a shared plan outline. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.

Context: We use SAS and IBM SPSS Statistics; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Topic: [status, results, fixes]
Audience: [customers, staff]
Notes: [paste]

Draft slides outline and speaker notes. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.

Context: The work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Topic: [product demo, materials]
Client: [describe]

Prepare questions and what to present. Order the questions sensibly, add follow-ups for vague answers, and give me a note-taking template.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Survey: [topic, population]
Resources: [budget, staff]

Draft sampling, procedures and timeline. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to conduct research to gather information about survey topics.

Context: We use REDCap Research Electronic Data Capture; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
What I need to learn: [topic]
Who I'll ask: [type of people]
Method: [interview, survey, observation]

Draft the questions or observation checklist, sampling tips, and a template for recording answers. Order the questions sensibly, add follow-ups for vague answers, and give me a note-taking template.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to direct updates and changes in survey implementation and methods.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Survey: [topic, population]
Resources: [budget, staff]

Draft sampling, procedures and timeline. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.

Context: We use REDCap Research Electronic Data Capture and Statistical software; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Issue: [describe]
Why I need it: [policy, program, decision]

Give me key facts, competing views, data sources to verify, and research questions worth pursuing. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

I work as a survey researcher. Part of my job is to hire and train recruiters and data collectors.

Context: We use Microsoft PowerPoint and SAS; the work draws on sociology and anthropology, psychology and communications and media.
Procedure or tool: [describe]
Trainees: [describe]

Plan training with hands-on exercises. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.