Sociologist, Kaimātai pāpori
Also known as
- Social scientist, social science researcher, research advisor, etymologist, philologist, cultural advisor, professor of sociology
Sociologists study human society, interactions and social behaviour. They examine the social effects of cultural, political and economic systems and organisations.
Your pay could be
$52K
Lower
$70K to $119K
Most common
$157K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Sociologists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work at universities, research organisations and in offices and may travel
- need to be methodical, communicate well and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- study human society and behaviour
- plan and do social sciences research
- analyse research and data
- collect information from people
- develop research methods
- provide advice on laws and community issues
- teach students
- guide research staff
- prepare reports and presentations
Investigative
Creative
Social
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You need
- a bachelor's degree in sociology, anthropology, psychology or similar area
You may need
- a postgraduate diploma in sociology
- a master's degree in sociology
- a doctoral degree in sociology
- experience in similar work
- to join a professional organisation
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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