Survey Operations Analyst

✨ Here’s a summary of the role:

Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a knack for coding and data? As a Survey Analyst in YouGov’s Scientific Research Group (SRG), you’ll play a key role in bringing complex, high-impact research to life. From academics and policy think tanks to corporate clients, your work will shape projects at the cutting edge of health, technology, and public affairs. This is a hands-on, behind-the-scenes role for someone who loves turning ideas into structured, scalable surveys.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

• Program complex online surveys using YouGov’s proprietary Python-based scripting language
• Set up surveys across multiple countries and languages
• Test surveys across browsers and devices to ensure smooth participant experience
• Monitor fieldwork and troubleshoot data collection or programming issues
• Clean and prepare datasets for delivery to researchers and clients

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

• Basic programming experience (Python or similar)
• Familiarity with statistical packages or data tools (e.g., R, SPSS, SQL)
• Solid analytical skills and the ability to handle large datasets
• Strong attention to detail, especially in fast-paced, high-volume settings
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Clear communication skills—both written and verbal
• Comfortable working remotely and collaborating across teams

It would be great if you had these too:

• Prior experience or academic training in survey research
• Knowledge of survey design principles and fieldwork logistics
• Interest in public affairs, health, academic or technology research
• Experience with data cleaning and transforming messy data into usable outputs

For roles based in California, New York, Colorado or Washington State, the base salary hiring range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 USD

Compensation offered will be determined by multiple factors including location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation and additional benefits.

All US based full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Flexible working arrangement available
• Group medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match

Company Description and Culture 

YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.    

We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we’re trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.  

Why join YouGov? 

Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities. 

Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.  

Life at YouGov 

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do. 

We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.  

Equal Opportunity Employer 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need. 

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