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Career: Social Science Research Assistants
Job Description
Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social research. May perform publication activities, laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management. Normally these individuals work under the direct supervision of a social scientist and assist in those activities which are more routine.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
94
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Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations. |
92
|
Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results. |
91
|
Conduct internet-based and library research. |
88
|
Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion. |
87
|
Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation. |
84
|
Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases; correct any errors. |
83
|
Present research findings to groups of people. |
82
|
Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires. |
74
|
Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases. |
73
|
Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning. |
71
|
Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. |
71
|
Develop and implement research quality control procedures. |
71
|
Code data in preparation for computer entry. |
70
|
Obtain informed consent of research subjects and/or their guardians. |
64
|
Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks. |
60
|
Perform needs assessments and/or consult with clients in order to determine the types of research and information that are required. |
58
|
Recruit and schedule research participants. |
57
|
Administer standardized tests to research subjects, and/or interview them in order to collect research data. |
49
|
Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources. |
49
|
Supervise the work of survey interviewers. |
49
|
Track laboratory supplies, and expenses such as participant reimbursement. |
47
|
Screen potential subjects in order to determine their suitability as study participants. |
28
|
Collect specimens such as blood samples, as required by research projects. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
78
|
Processing Information
|
69
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
69
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
69
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
68
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
67
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
66
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
65
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
64
|
Getting Information
|
64
|
Thinking Creatively
|
61
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
60
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
57
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
55
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
54
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
53
|
Interacting With Computers
|
52
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
50
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
49
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
46
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
45
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
45
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
43
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
43
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
42
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
41
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
40
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
40
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
39
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
36
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
34
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
32
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
31
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
28
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
24
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
22
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
19
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
17
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
11
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
11
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
9
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
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