Sociologists
Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.
Sample of reported job titles:
Research Associate, Research Coordinator, Research Scientist, Research Specialist, Social Scientist, Sociologist
Occupation-Specific Information
Tasks
- Prepare publications and reports containing research findings.
- Analyze and interpret data to increase the understanding of human social behavior.
- Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as crime, group relations, poverty, and aging.
- Collect data about the attitudes, values, and behaviors of people in groups, using observation, interviews, and review of documents.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate methods of data collection, such as questionnaires or interviews.
Technology Skills
- Accounting software:Fund accounting software
- Analytical or scientific software:ATLAS.ti,Circle Systems Stat/Transfer,Data visualization software,IBM SPSS Statistics,Muthen & Muthen Mplus,SAS statistical software,Scientific Software International HLM,Scientific Software International LISREL,StataCorp Stata,VERBI MAXQDA
- Customer relationship management CRM software:Customer relationship management CRM software,Salesforce software
- Data base user interface and query software:Microsoft Access,QSR International NVivo,Qualtrics Research Suite,Thomson Reuters EndNote
- Desktop publishing software:Microsoft Publisher
Occupational Requirements
Work Activities
- Analyzing Data or Information:Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Getting Information:Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Working with Computers:Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others:Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge:Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Detailed Work Activities
- Advise others on matters of public policy.
- Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
- Conduct research on social issues.
- Coordinate cross-disciplinary research programs.
- Design psychological or educational treatment procedures or programs.
Work Context
- Electronic Mail:95% responded"Every day"
- Structured versus Unstructured Work:82% responded"A lot of freedom"
- Freedom to Make Decisions:77% responded"A lot of freedom"
- Public Speaking:73% responded"Once a week or more but not every day"
- Indoors, Environmentally Controlled:68% responded"Every day"
Worker Requirements
Skills
- Reading Comprehension:Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
- Active Listening:Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Social Perceptiveness:Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Writing:Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Active Learning:Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge
- Sociology and Anthropology:Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
- English Language:Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Education and Training:Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Mathematics:Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation? Respondents said:
- 77%Doctoral Degree
- 23%Master's Degree
Worker Characteristics
Abilities
- Oral Expression:The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Written Comprehension:The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Oral Comprehension:The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Written Expression:The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
- Deductive Reasoning:The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Interests
- Investigative:Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
- Artistic:Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
- Social:Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
Work Values
- Achievement:Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
- Independence:Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
- Recognition:Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
Work Styles
- Analytical Thinking:Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
- Achievement/Effort:Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
- Persistence:Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
- Integrity:Job requires being honest and ethical.
- Initiative:Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
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