Occupation
Social Science Research Assistants
Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.
$61,990 medianBachelor's typical
O*NET 31.0 · 19-4061.00
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Develop and implement research quality control procedures.
- 02Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks.
- 03Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation.
- 04Code data in preparation for computer entry.
- 05Track laboratory supplies and expenses such as participant reimbursement.
- 06Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.
- 07Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.
- 08Perform needs assessments or consult with clients to determine the types of research and information required.
- 09Conduct internet-based and library research.
- 10Present research findings to groups of people.
- 11Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.
- 12Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources.
Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0
What the posting will be called
Graduate Research AssistantResearch AssistantResearch AssociateSocial Research AssistantClinical Research AssistantGraduate AssistantResearch AideResearch Technician
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Knowledge the job leans on
English LanguageComputers and ElectronicsAdministrativeMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingPsychologyAdministration and Management
Skills that carry over from service
Complex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisSocial PerceptivenessSystems EvaluationCoordinationTime ManagementInstructing