skillfactor-pipeline/skills/social-work-researcher/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — social work researcher

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 19-4061.00 (Social Science Research Assistants).

Task statements

• [Core] Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.
• [Core] Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• [Core] Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
• [Core] Verify the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases, correcting any errors.
• [Core] Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.
• [Core] Develop and implement research quality control procedures.
• [Core] Conduct internet-based and library research.
• [Core] Present research findings to groups of people.
• [Core] Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.
• [Core] Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleaning.
• [Supplemental] Obtain informed consent of research subjects or their guardians.
• [Supplemental] Edit and submit protocols and other required research documentation.
• [Supplemental] Code data in preparation for computer entry.
• [Supplemental] Provide assistance in the design of survey instruments such as questionnaires.
• [Supplemental] Screen potential subjects to determine their suitability as study participants.
• [Supplemental] Administer standardized tests to research subjects, or interview them to collect research data.
• [Supplemental] Recruit and schedule research participants.
• [Supplemental] Track research participants, and perform any necessary follow-up tasks.
• [Supplemental] Allocate and manage laboratory space and resources.
• [Supplemental] Supervise the work of survey interviewers.
• [Supplemental] Track laboratory supplies and expenses such as participant reimbursement.
• [Supplemental] Perform needs assessments or consult with clients to determine the types of research and information required.

Detailed work activities

• Administer standardized physical or psychological tests.
• Check data for recording errors.
• Code data or other information.
• Collect archival data.
• Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
• Conduct eligibility or selection interviews.
• Conduct research on social issues.
• Confer with clients to exchange information.
• Develop methods of social or economic research.
• Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
• Develop technical or scientific databases.
• Manage scientific or technical project resources.
• Plan social sciences research.
• Prepare data for analysis.
• Prepare information or documentation related to legal or regulatory matters.
• Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
• Record research or operational data.
• Recruit personnel.
• Schedule appointments.
• Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
• Verify accuracy of data.