Social Science Research Assistants

Top 3 Social Science Research Assistant Jobs

  • Postdoctoral Scientist - AAV Gene Therapy/Extracellular Vesicles/Translational Research - Nationwide Childrens Hospital - Columbus,OH

    Summary Dr. Nizar Saad's lab is seeking a postdoctoral scientist to join a translational research program advancing RNA-based and genome-editing therapies for rare genetic diseases. The lab develops RNA-, and...

  • Legal Research Assistant - Law Offices of Gary A. Reeve, LLC - Columbus,OH

    The Law Offices of Gary A. Reeve is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Research Assistant to join our employment law and civil litigation practice. Our firm has decades of experience representing employees...

  • Dean, Mathematics, Natural & Social Sciences - Columbus State Community College - Columbus,OH

    Dean Of Mathematics, Natural & Social Sciences Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Dean of Mathematics, Natural & Social Sciences works collaboratively with the campus community and various public...

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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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