career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Political Scientists and Social Science Research Assistants. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Political Scientists | Social Science Research Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-3094 | 19-4061 |
| title | Political Scientists | Social Science Research Assistants |
| onet code | 19-3094.00 | 19-4061.00 |
| description | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. | Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 5,950 | 32,940 |
| a mean | 137,600 | 63,560 |
| a median | 139,380 | 58,040 |
| a pct10 | 74,750 | 36,410 |
| a pct25 | 103,030 | 46,190 |
| a pct75 | 172,050 | 73,060 |
| a pct90 | 191,880 | 100,620 |
| h mean | 66 | 30 |
| h median | 67 | 27 |
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