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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.
How does this connect to your interests? →A look at the work
- Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning.
- Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.
- Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
- Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases, correcting any errors.
- Develop and implement research quality control procedures.
- Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.
- Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.
A selection of source-listed tasks; duties vary by role and employer.
Interests involved in this work
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2.4 / 7
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Skills to explore
Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
2019-08
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
2019-08
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
2019-08
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2019-08
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
2019-08
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
2019-08
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
2019-08
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
2019-08
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
2019-08
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2019-08
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 4 of 5 · 2019-08. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.
Environmental/Natural Resource Economics →
History and Political Science →
Psychometrics and Quantitative Psychology →
Public Policy Analysis, General →
International Policy Analysis →
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O*NET-SOC code 19-4061.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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