Sociologists

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Sociologist to study human society and social behavior. Responsibilities include preparing research reports, collaborating with other researchers, and consulting on social issues. Ideal candidates will have strong critical thinking and communication skills, proficiency in various technologies such as Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with data visualization tools. This role requires an active contribution to understanding societal dynamics and proposing interventions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare publications and reports containing research findings.
• Collaborate with research workers in other disciplines.
• Develop problem intervention procedures using interviews and consultations.
• Consult with administrators and social workers regarding social issues.
• Observe group interactions to collect data and identify problems.
• Plan and conduct research on societal issues such as crime and poverty.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Active Listening

Writing

Social Perceptiveness

Critical Thinking

Speaking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Web browser software

Microsoft Access

Data entry software

Email software

Data visualization software

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Photoshop

SAS

IBM SPSS Statistics

R

Job description

Sociologist

Position Description 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.

Sociologist Responsibilities

• Prepare publications and reports containing research findings.
• Collaborate with research workers in other disciplines.
• Develop problem intervention procedures, using techniques such as interviews, consultations, role playing, and participant observation of group interactions.
• Consult with and advise individuals such as administrators, social workers, and legislators regarding social issues and policies, as well as the implications of research findings.
• Observe group interactions and role affiliations to collect data, identify problems, evaluate progress, and determine the need for additional change.
• Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as crime, group relations, poverty, and aging.

Key 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.
• Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Social Perceptiveness – Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Web browser software
• Microsoft Access
• Data entry software
• Email software
• Data visualization software
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Project
• Adobe Acrobat
• Adobe Photoshop
• SAS
• IBM SPSS Statistics
• R