19-3091.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Anthropologists and Archeologists

Study the origin, development, and behavior of human beings. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits of earlier civilizations.

Primary Directive

Conduct research to understand and analyze cultural dynamics.

Execution Steps

1
Collect data through observation and interviews
Gather information by observing cultural practices and conducting interviews with community members.
2
Plan and direct research initiatives
Design research projects to explore economic, social, and political institutions of various cultural groups.
3
Analyze and document findings
Write reports and present research results to both specialized and general audiences.
4
Train others in ethnographic methods
Educate students and professionals on applying ethnographic research techniques to enhance organizational effectiveness.
5
Collaborate on cultural impact assessments
Advise stakeholders on the implications of policies and programs on cultural institutions and communities.

Toolbox Requirements

Adobe AcrobatAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAutodesk AutoCADC++ESRI ArcGIS softwareFacebookIBM SPSS StatisticsMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft WordSASStructured query language SQLThe MathWorks MATLAB

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.