Develops research methodology, procedures and tools for data collection; writes instructions for completing survey forms and documentation to define reporting field; develops sampling and quality control techniques and selects sample; writes and/or designs and modifies computer applications, programs and/or databases to perform data analysis; analyzes information systems and recommends modifications; edits, modifies and compiles statistical data from manual count and computer programs; may confer with computer personnel to develop programs.
	
Data analysis and report development. Typical responsibilities: analyzes, updates, and reviews data to determine statistical accuracy of data files and reports; identifies erroneous or questionable data and contacts providers to verify and correct; interprets trends and results of studies; develops conclusions, makes recommendations, and drafts report of findings into appropriate format for various users; consults with users on current and potential use of data and research system; disseminates research results in written, narrative, graphic, and tabular form and makes oral presentations of findings; performs follow-up studies of problem areas as directed.