Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 73'302 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 72'063 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 77'863 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 79'313 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 84'496 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 88'405 |
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Swiss professionsEducation & Social Work
Sozialwissenschaftler/in
You analyze social structures and support informed decisions
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Sozialwissenschaftler/in study social phenomena and advise organizations or the public.
You dive into complex social contexts. You analyze scientific data and draw informed recommendations from it. Whether in research, policy advice, or adult education: your expertise helps you understand social developments and shape them deliberately. You combine theory with practice. You accompany change processes in modern society.
FieldEducation & Social Work
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryCounselling, Accompaniment, Support & Therapy
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Social Education Worker. Based on 2,595 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 75'026 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 75'582 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 79'944 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Schwyz | CHF 83'363 | 18 |
| Grisons | CHF 82'875 | 29 |
| Basel-Stadt | CHF 81'750 | 92 |
| Basel-Land | CHF 81'450 | 95 |
| Zurich | CHF 81'347 | 431 |
| Aargau | CHF 81'000 | 182 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Health care / Social services | CHF 78'140 | 1,679 |
| Education | CHF 78'000 | 179 |
| Consulting various | CHF 76'745 | 33 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 76'518 | 344 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 72'800 | 248 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Sozialwissenschaftler/in
Official education path
You typically start with a bachelor's degree, followed by a master's degree for specialization.
Typical training path
Sozialwissenschaftler/in
Prerequisites
- Completed university degree
- Degree in a social science
Where this can lead
Career changes are possible if you have a related university degree or relevant work experience in consulting or research.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills
- Interdisciplinary openness
- Fair judgment
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You analyze data and reports to spot social patterns. Then you present your results in a structured talk for experts or decision-makers.
- You research social topics thoroughly and evaluate scientific sources.
- You analyze data to identify social trends and connections.
- You write reports and draw concrete recommendations for your clients.
- You advise organizations or the public on current social developments.
- You moderate discussion rounds and mediate between different interest groups.
- You document your research findings in clear articles or reports.
- You develop training concepts for adult education or classroom teaching.
Working conditions
You work in research institutes, government offices, educational centers, or consulting firms. You often switch between office work, on-site visits, and public appearances.
Strengths
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills
- Interdisciplinary openness
- Fair judgment
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Continuous training
- Complex project structures
- Emotional strain
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