*A job as a Political Science Research Assistant falls under the broader career category of Social Science Research Assistants. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Social Science Research Assistants :
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.
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Median Annual Wage |
$46,820 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$22.51* |
Total Employed Nationally |
30,030 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.