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Goldbelt Apex

Population Survey Methodologist

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position provides expertise in survey methodology, sampling design, questionnaire development, survey operations, and statistical analysis supporting large-scale behavioral health and population ...

LAUKOA

Population Survey Methodologist

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Population Survey Methodologist to support the Defense Health Agency's Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE), located in Silver Spring, MD. This position ...

Laukoa

Population Survey Methodologist

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Population Survey Methodologist to support the Defense Health Agency's Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE), located in Silver Spring, MD. This position ...

DAWSON

Population Survey Methodologist

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Population Survey Methodologist to support the Defense Health Agency's Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE), located in Silver Spring, MD. This position ...

EXP

Cultural Survey Participant

Houston, TX · On-site

Your Challenge EXP, an award winning international engineering firm, is currently seeking a Cultural Survey Participant in the SD region. Your Responsibilities * Participants from interested Tribes ...

Gallup

Senior Survey Research Statistician

Washington, DC · On-site

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As a senior survey research statistician at Gallup, you will serve as a methodological leader and ... Contribute across Gallup's broad range of analytical methods, from traditional statistical ...

Gallup

Senior Survey Research Statistician

Washington, DC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As a senior survey research statistician at Gallup, you will serve as a methodological leader and ... Contribute across Gallup's broad range of analytical methods, from traditional statistical ...

RNGD

Survey Manager

Metairie, LA · On-site

The Survey Project Manager combines field leadership with technical office responsibilities ... methods. o Develop and maintain IFC models to support machine control and field layout activities ...

RNGD

Survey Manager

Metairie, LA · On-site

The Survey Project Manager combines field leadership with technical office responsibilities ... methods. o Develop and maintain IFC models to support machine control and field layout activities ...

RNGD

Survey Manager

Metairie, LA · On-site

The Survey Project Manager combines field leadership with technical office responsibilities ... methods. o Develop and maintain IFC models to support machine control and field layout activities ...

Carmichael Development

Survey Manager

Woodstock, GA · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Strong knowledge of survey methodologies, data collection, and processing techniques * Experience with CAD software and other surveying tools is a plus * Excellent communication and problem-solving ...

EMCS, Inc.

Land Survey Technician

Milwaukee, WI

Background in modern survey methods including use of robotic total stations, data collectors, Trimble Business Center and GPS/VRS * Strong attention to details and accuracy * Experience with AutoCAD ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey methodologist in the United States is $52.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $52.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a survey methodologist?

Survey methodologists are professionals who design, conduct, and analyze surveys to ensure accurate and reliable data collection. They specialize in developing survey questions, selecting appropriate sampling methods, and minimizing bias and errors in the data collection process. Survey methodologists work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, research organizations, and private companies, to support decision-making and research with high-quality survey data.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a survey methodologist?

To thrive as a Survey Methodologist, you need expertise in statistical analysis, research design, and sampling methods, usually supported by an advanced degree in statistics, social science, or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R, and experience with survey platforms like Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in interpreting data and presenting findings to stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate survey design, reliable data collection, and meaningful insights for decision-making.

How does a survey methodologist typically collaborate with other departments during a research project?

Survey Methodologists often work closely with data analysts, subject matter experts, and project managers throughout the research process. They design survey instruments in consultation with stakeholders to ensure questions align with project goals, and collaborate with IT or data processing teams to implement online or paper surveys. Regular communication with field staff is also crucial to monitor data collection quality and address issues as they arise. This collaborative environment ensures that survey results are robust, relevant, and actionable.

What is the difference between Survey Methodologist vs Data Analyst?

AspectSurvey MethodologistData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in statistics, social sciences, or related fields; certifications in survey designBachelor’s or Master’s in statistics, data science, or related fields; often certifications in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentResearch firms, government agencies, academic institutions focusing on survey design and methodologyBusiness, marketing, or research departments analyzing data for insights
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in survey research, social sciences, market researchAcross industries including marketing, finance, healthcare, and tech

While both roles involve data handling, a Survey Methodologist specializes in designing and improving survey instruments and methodologies, ensuring data quality. A Data Analyst focuses on interpreting data, creating reports, and deriving insights from datasets. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Survey Methodologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,489 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Population Survey Methodologist

Goldbelt Apex

Silver Spring, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Overview
Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.
Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.
Summary:
Goldbelt Apex is seeking an experienced Population Survey Methodologist to support the Defense Health Agency's Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE). This position provides expertise in survey methodology, sampling design, questionnaire development, survey operations, and statistical analysis supporting large-scale behavioral health and population health research initiatives, including the Health Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS) and other Department of Defense survey efforts.
The successful candidate will collaborate with Government stakeholders, researchers, statisticians, epidemiologists, and behavioral health professionals to develop scientifically rigorous survey methodologies that produce reliable, actionable data supporting policy development, healthcare planning, and military readiness.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
  • Provide subject matter expertise in survey methodology supporting behavioral health and population health research initiatives.
  • Design, develop, and evaluate survey methodologies for large-scale health and behavioral health studies.
  • Develop statistically sound sampling strategies, survey instruments, and data collection methodologies.
  • Evaluate questionnaire design to improve validity, reliability, and respondent engagement.
  • Support survey planning, implementation, data collection, weighting, validation, and analysis activities.
  • Collaborate with statisticians and researchers to ensure survey methodologies meet accepted scientific standards.
  • Analyze survey data and prepare technical reports, executive briefings, and recommendations for Government leadership.
  • Develop survey documentation, methodological reports, and technical guidance supporting contract deliverables.
  • Monitor survey quality, response rates, sampling error, and data integrity throughout the survey lifecycle.
  • Recommend improvements to survey methodology, sampling strategies, and data collection procedures.
  • Support behavioral health surveillance and population health initiatives using survey data and research findings.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary project teams, technical working groups, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Ensure survey activities comply with accepted scientific, ethical, and statistical standards.
  • Support continuous improvement of survey operations and data quality processes.

Qualifications
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
  • Extensive knowledge of survey research methodologies and questionnaire design.
  • Expertise in probability sampling, stratified sampling, weighting, and survey estimation techniques.
  • Knowledge of survey operations, respondent engagement, and data quality management.
  • Experience with behavioral health, healthcare, or population health surveys.
  • Proficiency using statistical software such as SAS, R, SPSS, STATA, or equivalent analytical platforms.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience interpreting survey findings and communicating results to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary scientific and research teams.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or higher in Survey Research, Statistics, Biostatistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, or a closely related discipline.
  • Meet all education and experience requirements identified in the solicitation for the Population Survey Methodologist labor category.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing large-scale population or healthcare surveys.
  • Experience developing sampling methodologies and survey instruments.
  • Experience supporting survey data collection, weighting, validation, and statistical analysis.
  • Experience evaluating survey quality and recommending methodological improvements.
  • Experience preparing technical reports, scientific publications, executive briefings, and methodological documentation.
  • Experience supporting healthcare organizations, federal agencies, academic institutions, or comparable research environments.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation and Common Access Card (CAC).
  • Occasional travel may be required in support of contract performance.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Preference may be given to candidates with experience supporting:
    • Defense Health Agency (DHA)
    • Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE)
    • Military Health System (MHS)
    • Department of Defense (DoD)
    • Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
    • National Institutes of Health (NIH)
    • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
    • Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
  • Experience supporting the Health Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS) or similar large-scale federal health surveys.
  • Experience with nationally recognized survey programs such as BRFSS, NHIS, NHANES, MEPS, or other population-based health surveys.
  • Experience designing complex survey sampling methodologies and weighting strategies.
  • Experience conducting behavioral health or public health survey research.
  • Experience publishing peer-reviewed survey research or methodological studies.
  • Experience supporting federally funded healthcare research programs.
  • Knowledge of Military Health System behavioral health priorities and healthcare research.

Pay and Benefits
The annual salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000. This is a proposal-contingent position. The salary range provided represents the anticipated compensation for this role; however, final compensation will be based on the successful contract award and the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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