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.
- Tasks
- 22 tasks10 core, 12 supplemental
- Family
- Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
- Code
- 19-4061.00SOC 2018: 19-4061
What the work is made of
10 core tasks and 12 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning.Core taskTask 12963Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 2. Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations.Core taskTask 12953Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 3. Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.Core taskTask 12957Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 4. Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.Core taskTask 12955Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 5. Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases, correcting any errors.Core taskTask 12956Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 6. Develop and implement research quality control procedures.Core taskTask 12959Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 7. Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.Core taskTask 12952Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 8. Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.Core taskTask 12962Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 9. Conduct internet-based and library research.Core taskTask 12960Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 10. Present research findings to groups of people.Core taskTask 12961Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 11. Obtain informed consent of research subjects or their guardians.Supplemental taskTask 12954Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 12. Administer standardized tests to research subjects, or interview them to collect research data.Supplemental taskTask 12967Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 13. Recruit and schedule research participants.Supplemental taskTask 12968Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 14. Screen potential subjects to determine their suitability as study participants.Supplemental taskTask 12966Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 15. Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks.Supplemental taskTask 12969Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 16. Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation.Supplemental taskTask 12958Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 17. Code data in preparation for computer entry.Supplemental taskTask 12964Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 18. Track laboratory supplies and expenses such as participant reimbursement.Supplemental taskTask 12972Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 19. Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires.Supplemental taskTask 12965Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 20. Supervise the work of survey interviewers.Supplemental taskTask 12971Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 21. Perform needs assessments or consult with clients to determine the types of research and information required.Supplemental taskTask 12973Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 22. Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources.Supplemental taskTask 12970Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019
Where this comes from
Quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor, and credited. Nothing on this page is written by us.
How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 19-4061
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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