Sociologists
Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.
- Tasks
- 15 tasks15 core
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- Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
- Code
- 19-3041.00SOC 2018: 19-3041
What the work is made of
All 15 are core tasks, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the job
- Task 1. Analyze and interpret data to increase the understanding of human social behavior.Core taskTask 5465Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 2. Prepare publications and reports containing research findings.Core taskTask 5464Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 3. Develop, implement, and evaluate methods of data collection, such as questionnaires or interviews.Core taskTask 5468Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 4. Collect data about the attitudes, values, and behaviors of people in groups, using observation, interviews, and review of documents.Core taskTask 5467Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 5. Teach sociology.Core taskTask 5469Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 6. Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as crime, group relations, poverty, and aging.Core taskTask 5466Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 7. Present research findings at professional meetings.Core taskTask 20868Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 8. Explain sociological research to the general public.Core taskTask 23963Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 9. Develop problem intervention procedures, using techniques such as interviews, consultations, role playing, and participant observation of group interactions.Core taskTask 5475Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 10. Consult with and advise individuals such as administrators, social workers, and legislators regarding social issues and policies, as well as the implications of research findings.Core taskTask 5471Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 11. Direct work of statistical clerks, statisticians, and others who compile and evaluate research data.Core taskTask 5470Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 12. Collaborate with research workers in other disciplines.Core taskTask 5472Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 13. Write grants to obtain funding for research projects.Core taskTask 23964Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 14. Develop approaches to the solution of groups' problems, based on research findings in sociology and related disciplines.Core taskTask 5473Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
- Task 15. Observe group interactions and role affiliations to collect data, identify problems, evaluate progress, and determine the need for additional change.Core taskTask 5474Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 19-3041
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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