Social Science Research Assistants

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  • Clinical Research Assistant 2 - Ohio State University - Columbus,OH

    Clinical Research Assistant 2 The person in this position will assist and support scientific investigations of cognitive and brain basis of social processes in schizophrenia and related disorders directed by Dr. Ivy Tso in the...

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    Description Contract Type: Freelance (Project-Based / Hourly) Location: Fully Remote (with optional international travel) Industry: Think Tank / Policy Advisory...

  • Office & Museum Assistant (Federal Work Study Only) - Columbus State Community College - Columbus,OH

    Compensation Type: Hourly Compensation: $12.00 Job Summary Purpose of Position To assist with general office tasks including answering the phone, responding to emails, filing, light housekeeping, assistance...

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What Social science research assistants Do

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. Excludes Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary.


Social science research assistant Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 40,400
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $49,720

Job Outlook for Social science research assistants

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 3,400
  • Growth rate: 8 percent (As fast as average)

How to Become a Social science research assistant

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: None

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