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Social Researcher

Social researchers plan, design, conduct, manage and report on social research projects. You'll need to be curious about human behaviour, a logical thinker, and have an awareness of research methods to get a job as a social researcher.

Social Researcher

Social Researcher

Roles and responsibilities

What does a Social Researcher do?
Social Researchers may perform the following tasks:
  • get instructions from your client about the nature of the research to be carried out
  • use an appropriate and creative methodology to design and manage a research project, which may involve the use of quantitative and/or qualitative methods and may include both pilot and development work
  • design questionnaires
  • apply a range of research techniques to gather relevant information, including document analysis, surveys, case studies and interviews (face-to-face, telephone and online)
  • develop and test theories
  • liaise with and direct social research field interviewers to gather information
  • carry out information and data retrieval searches using electronic databases
  • analyse and evaluate research and interpret data, making sure that key issues are identified
  • gather information by directing or carrying out fieldwork
  • prepare, present and disseminate results, for example as a verbal presentation and in a written report
  • offer research-based briefings and advice, which may involve writing action plans
  • advise external bodies on social policy
  • prepare and present tenders for new research projects.
What personal requirements will you need?
  • experience in quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies and research techniques
  • numeracy and confidence in using statistical techniques and computer-based programs
  • strong analytical skills
  • excellent interpersonal, teamworking and communication skills
  • report-writing skills
  • project management skills
  • accuracy and attention to detail
  • a flexible approach to be able to work on several different research projects at the same time
  • organisation skills, including time management and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
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Roles and responsibilities

What does a Social Researcher do?
Social Researchers may perform the following tasks:
  • get instructions from your client about the nature of the research to be carried out
  • use an appropriate and creative methodology to design and manage a research project, which may involve the use of quantitative and/or qualitative methods and may include both pilot and development work
  • design questionnaires
  • apply a range of research techniques to gather relevant information, including document analysis, surveys, case studies and interviews (face-to-face, telephone and online)
  • develop and test theories
  • liaise with and direct social research field interviewers to gather information
  • carry out information and data retrieval searches using electronic databases
  • analyse and evaluate research and interpret data, making sure that key issues are identified
  • gather information by directing or carrying out fieldwork
  • prepare, present and disseminate results, for example as a verbal presentation and in a written report
  • offer research-based briefings and advice, which may involve writing action plans
  • advise external bodies on social policy
  • prepare and present tenders for new research projects.
What personal requirements will you need?
  • experience in quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies and research techniques
  • numeracy and confidence in using statistical techniques and computer-based programs
  • strong analytical skills
  • excellent interpersonal, teamworking and communication skills
  • report-writing skills
  • project management skills
  • accuracy and attention to detail
  • a flexible approach to be able to work on several different research projects at the same time
  • organisation skills, including time management and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Undergraduate Courses To Become

Social Researcher

Recommended major/s to pursue this career

Psychology (Extended Major)
Postgraduate Courses To Become

Social Researcher

Coursework courses to pursue this career

The course enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory and practice, and research methods. Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work The Graduate Diploma in International Relations enables graduates to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills relevant to the analysis of contemporary international relations, with particular reference to the Asian region. Graduate Diploma in International Relations Master of Social Work Master of Social Work Gain the skills and knowledge you need to tackle international issues. Master of International Relations
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Postgraduate Courses To Become Social Researcher

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work

The course enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory and practice, and research methods.

Graduate Diploma in International Relations

A professionally oriented course for graduates and practitioners seeking expertise in international relations. We offer credited internship options and professional networking.

Master of Social Work

This course prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies.

Master of International Relations

The Master of International Relations course is designed both for those purely interested in acquiring a better understanding of global governance and politics, as well as those seeking a qualification to enhance their career prospects.

Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies

Bridge language barriers with a Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies, offering fundamental translation training.

Graduate Certificate in International Relations

Gain the skills and knowledge you need to tackle international issues.

Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies

TheGraduateDiploma in Translation Studiesoffers fully-accredited translation training between English and Chinese, French, German, and Italian.

Master of Translation Studies

The Master of Translation Studies offers fully-accredited translation training between English and Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Italian or Spanish

Graduate Diploma in International Law

Advance your knowledge in international law

Master of International Law

Advance your knowledge in international law.

Graduate Certificate in Social Impact

Understand the financing, measurement and leadership of social impact and create meaningful social value.

Graduate Certificate in Public Policy

Are you interested in how governments can work to create a better future?

Master of Public Policy

Lead the way in shaping economic, social and legal change

Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology

Bridging degree to allow qualified Clinical Neuropsychologists to up skill in Clinical Psychology.

Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology

Consider a career in industrial and organisational psychology.

Master of International Development

Engage with the contemporary challenges of addressing poverty and inequality globally, and engage with the complex challenges of international development.

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