Social Scientist
Analyst of social structures
Fields of activity | Social Scientist
As a social scientist, you’ll explore social phenomena and processes – for example, how individuals and groups coexist. Your goal is to develop or test theories on social developments and gain a deeper understanding of social dynamics.
Your responsibilities as a social scientist will include designing research studies, conducting surveys and interviews, analyzing the data you collect, and interpreting it for your target audience. You’ll publish your findings in academic journals and present them at conferences. You may also work in an advisory capacity for companies and other institutions.
Personal requirements | Social Scientist
- Analytical skills
- Statistical skills and methodological knowledge
- Expressiveness and presentation skills
- Care and accuracy
- The joy of research
Path to the profession | Social Scientist
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Take the testPotential jobs | Social Scientist
As a social scientist, you’ll primarily work on a computer to evaluate and analyze data. Career opportunities exist in various fields, for example, in market and opinion research, where voting and purchasing behavior is studied. Another possible area is academic research, with potential employers including research institutes and universities.