Social and Humanities Scientist
40AI USED FOR40%moving to78%
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THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM SOCIAL SCIENCES →
Social and Humanities Scientist
Social and humanities scientists n.e.c. play a pivotal role in understanding the complexities of human behavior and societal structures. Their research informs policies, drives social change, and enriches cultural understanding, making their contributions invaluable in addressing global challenges and enhancing community well-being.
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AI already does a real share of this work
AI is used for a real share, around 40% of the day-to-day tasks of the day-to-day tasks in this job today. We have not yet classified what, if anything, structurally protects it, so we make no claim either way about a moat: the exposure score is the measured part. Learn the tools, and build the judgement that stays human.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Ethnic Studies ResearcherIn this entry-level role, you will assist senior researchers in data collection and analysis, gaining hands-on experience in research methodologies and community engagement.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Ethnic Studies ResearcherAs a mid-level researcher, you will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and present findings to stakeholders, playing a key role in shaping research agendas.£30,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Ethnic Studies Researcher/Head of ResearchIn this peak career role, you will oversee research programmes, secure funding, and influence policy at a national level, establishing yourself as a leader in the field.£50,000+
Apprenticeship listings for this career → (June 2026 snapshot; check closing dates on the official service)
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Politics and International RelationsThe London School of Economics and Political Science · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓International Relations and Social AnthropologyUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Human, Social, and Political SciencesUniversity of Cambridge · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£31,000 median
🎓International RelationsThe University of Leeds · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓International Relations and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Politics and International RelationsThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Politics and International RelationsThe London School of Economics and Political Science · DegreeInternational Relations and Social AnthropologyUniversity of St Andrews · DegreeHuman, Social, and Political SciencesUniversity of Cambridge · DegreeInternational RelationsThe University of Leeds · DegreeInternational Relations and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · DegreePolitics and International RelationsThe University of Surrey · Degree