Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 10/7/2026
AI Resilience Score for Social science research role:
41.3%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Low
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
AI Resilience Report forSocial Science Research Assistants
$61,990 median salary•4,900 annual openings•SOC Code: 19-4060
Social Science Research Assistants are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
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Career: Social Science Research Assistants
They help gather and organize information for studies, assisting researchers to understand how people and societies behave.
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Employment & Wage Data
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Median Wage
$61,990
Jobs (2025)
38,400
Growth (2025-35)
+5.2%
Annual Openings
4,900
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
