Research Mentor

Remote | Part-Time | $75-$100 per session

About the Program:

The MedSchoolCoach Research Mentorship Program is a fully virtual opportunity designed to help high school students explore their passion for STEM through independent research projects. With the guidance of experienced PhD mentors, students develop critical research skills, strengthen their college applications, and gain valuable exposure to the scientific process.

We are seeking dedicated PhD mentors to provide one-on-one support to students as they navigate research methodology, data collection, scientific writing, and even the publication process.

Responsibilities:

As a Research Mentor, you will:

✅ Guide students in designing and conducting STEM research projects

✅ Assist with literature reviews, data collection, and analysis

✅ Teach fundamentals of scientific research, methodology, and writing

✅ Support students in submitting to peer-reviewed high school or undergraduate journals

✅ Mentor students who wish to participate in science competitions or present at conferences

✅ Provide structured guidance over 10 weekly 1-hour mentorship sessions

Qualifications:

✔ PhD (or currently enrolled in a PhD program) in a STEM field

✔ Prior experience in research and mentorship

✔ Strong communication and teaching skills

✔ Passion for mentoring high school students

Preferred Expertise:

🔬 Medical/Biological Sciences

⚛ Physics, Chemistry

💻 Computer Science, AI

🌱 Environmental Sciences

Compensation & Work Structure:

💰 $75-$100 per mentorship session

🌍 Fully Remote (Must have stable internet access)

⏳ Part-time, flexible hours

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