# 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. - Code: 19-4061.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 19-4061) - Family: [Life, Physical & Social Science](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-19), one of its 66 occupations - Tasks: 22 tasks (10 core and 12 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4061.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/19-4061.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning. Core task · Task 12963 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 2. Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations. Core task · Task 12953 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2019 3. Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results. Core task · Task 12957 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 4. Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. Core task · Task 12955 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 5. Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases, correcting any errors. Core task · Task 12956 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 6. Develop and implement research quality control procedures. Core task · Task 12959 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 7. Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases. Core task · Task 12952 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 8. Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion. Core task · Task 12962 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 9. Conduct internet-based and library research. Core task · Task 12960 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 10. Present research findings to groups of people. Core task · Task 12961 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 11. Obtain informed consent of research subjects or their guardians. Supplemental task · Task 12954 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 12. Administer standardized tests to research subjects, or interview them to collect research data. Supplemental task · Task 12967 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 13. Recruit and schedule research participants. Supplemental task · Task 12968 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 14. Screen potential subjects to determine their suitability as study participants. Supplemental task · Task 12966 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 15. Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks. Supplemental task · Task 12969 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 16. Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation. Supplemental task · Task 12958 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 17. Code data in preparation for computer entry. Supplemental task · Task 12964 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 18. Track laboratory supplies and expenses such as participant reimbursement. Supplemental task · Task 12972 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 19. Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires. Supplemental task · Task 12965 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 20. Supervise the work of survey interviewers. Supplemental task · Task 12971 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2019 21. Perform needs assessments or consult with clients to determine the types of research and information required. Supplemental task · Task 12973 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 22. Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources. Supplemental task · Task 12970 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2019 ## More in Life, Physical & Social Science - [Agricultural Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4012.00): 26 tasks - [Animal Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1011.00): 9 tasks - [Anthropologists and Archeologists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-3091.00): 30 tasks - [Astronomers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-2011.00): 17 tasks - [Atmospheric and Space Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-2021.00): 27 tasks - [Biochemists and Biophysicists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1021.00): 24 tasks - [Bioinformatics Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.01): 20 tasks - [Biological Scientists, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.00): no tasks listed - [Biological Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4021.00): 17 tasks - [Biologists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.04): 21 tasks - 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