Collect, record and analyze data using Excel, SPSS, R or STATA. Interpret data analysis results and draw inferences and conclusions. Present research results to committee. Use research results to write reports, papers and reviews and present findings in journals and conferences.
Researchers' duties include analyzing data, gathering and comparing resources, ensuring facts, sharing findings with the whole research team, adhering to required methodologies, performing fieldwork as needed, and keeping critical information confidential.