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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
- Annual Median Wage$ 73,581$57,186
$136,319Annual NC Wage Range
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- Social Scientists and Related Workers study and conduct research and analysis on relationships between individuals, and how society works. This category includes all social scientists not contained somewhere else.
What do they typically do
- Appraise environmental impact of regulations or policies
- Advise others on matters of public policy
- Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects
- Interpret research or operational data
- Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems
- Develop methods of social or economic research
- Design civil structures or systems
- Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.6%Job Opening 5Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
NC Workforce CredentialsPrivate Training Programs4952Change 3