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Social Science Research Assistants: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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.

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This source lists 22 tasks, including 10 marked Core and 12 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2019.

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Core · Task 12963 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning.

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Core · Task 12953 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

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Core · Task 12957 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.

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Core · Task 12955 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.

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Core · Task 12956 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases, correcting any errors.

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Core · Task 12959 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Develop and implement research quality control procedures.

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Core · Task 12952 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.

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Core · Task 12962 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.

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Core · Task 12960 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Conduct internet-based and library research.

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Core · Task 12961 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Present research findings to groups of people.

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Supplemental · Task 12954 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Obtain informed consent of research subjects or their guardians.

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Supplemental · Task 12967 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Administer standardized tests to research subjects, or interview them to collect research data.

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Supplemental · Task 12968 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Recruit and schedule research participants.

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Supplemental · Task 12966 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Screen potential subjects to determine their suitability as study participants.

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Supplemental · Task 12969 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks.

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Supplemental · Task 12958 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation.

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Supplemental · Task 12964 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Code data in preparation for computer entry.

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Supplemental · Task 12972 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Track laboratory supplies and expenses such as participant reimbursement.

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Supplemental · Task 12965 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires.

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Supplemental · Task 12971 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Supervise the work of survey interviewers.

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Supplemental · Task 12973 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Perform needs assessments or consult with clients to determine the types of research and information required.

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Supplemental · Task 12970 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources.

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