How do they match: Sociologists

  • Family Sociologist
  • Research Scientist
  • Social Scientist

  • 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.

  • Develop approaches to the solution of groups' problems, based on research findings in sociology and related disciplines.
  • Develop problem intervention procedures, using techniques such as interviews, consultations, role playing, and participant observation of group interactions.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate methods of data collection, such as questionnaires or interviews.
  • 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.

  • Develop methods of social or economic research.
  • Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.
  • Plan social sciences research.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.