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Social Science Research Assistants

Median Salary
56,400
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$41,490

10%

$56,400

Median

$68,910

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    52%

  • Master's degree

    36%

  • Some college

    8%

  • Post baccalaureate

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Psychology, General
  • Political Science and Government, General
  • Sociology, General
  • Economics, General
  • Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
  • Behavioral Sciences
  • Social Sciences, General
  • Applied Economics
  • Public Policy Analysis, General
  • Environmental/Natural Resource Economics
  • Political Economy
  • Education Policy Analysis
  • Development Economics and International Development
  • Applied/Public Sociology
  • History and Political Science
  • Health Policy Analysis
  • International Policy Analysis
  • Psychometrics and Quantitative Psychology

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • English Language
  • Administrative
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Mathematics
  • Customer and Personal Service

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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