Legal Research Mentor

Job4Travelers; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Inspira Education Group seeks a part-time, remote Legal Research Mentor to guide pre-law students through original research projects in law, policy and related fields. You will support topic development, study design, data analysis, and final deliverables while fostering academic growth.

This is a 1099 independent contractor role open to candidates in the United States or Canada, offering flexible remote work and meaningful mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field, such as law, legal studies, public policy, political science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience conducting academic or legal research.
• Strong background in research design, data analysis, and academic writing.
• Experience mentoring students or trainees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.
• A genuine interest in mentoring pre-law students and supporting their academic and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Mentor pre-law students through the research process: Guide students from initial topic selection and research question development through research design, execution, and final deliverables.
• Guide research development: Help students develop feasible, high-quality research questions aligned with their academic interests and future legal career goals.
• Provide research feedback: Review research plans, analysis of findings, and written research drafts, offering structured feedback to strengthen the quality of students' work.
• Support research skills and standards: Help students understand research methodologies, academic research standards, and discipline-specific expectations.
• Guide academic research deliverables: Support students working toward outcomes such as academic papers, research posters, or journal submissions, depending on program scope.
• Monitor project progress: Track student progress against established milestones and timelines to maintain momentum throughout the research process.

Skills

Mentoring

Research design

Data analysis

Academic writing

Communication

Project management

Legal research

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Inspira Education Group is one of the fastest-growing edtech startups in the US. We started with a simple mission to democratize access to high-quality coaching so that every student in the world has an equal opportunity to access the best opportunities.

As the world’s leading network of top admissions coaches in medical, legal, business, and college studies, we’re building software and services in one place—disrupting long-entrenched application processes with products and experiences that strive to provide an equal platform for candidates from diverse backgrounds worldwide.

As one of the fastest-growing edtech firms in the world, we are backed by some of the leading venture capital firms and investors in the world, including Zeev Ventures, Quiet Capital, Craft Ventures and Jeff Fluhr (Founder of Stubhub).

The Role

We are seeking a Legal Research Mentor to guide pre-law students through the development and completion of original research projects in law, legal studies, public policy, political science, and related disciplines.

In this role, you will mentor students throughout the research process, from identifying a research topic and developing a research question to designing a study, analyzing findings, and preparing final research deliverables. You will help students strengthen their research skills, develop a deeper understanding of their chosen field, and work toward meaningful academic outcomes aligned with their interests and goals.

This position is ideal for experienced researchers who enjoy mentoring aspiring legal professionals and guiding students through the academic research process. This is a part-time, remote, 1099 independent contractor role open to candidates based in the United States or Canada.

Responsibilities

• Mentor pre-law students through the research process: Guide students from initial topic selection and research question development through research design, execution, and final deliverables.
• Guide research development: Help students develop feasible, high-quality research questions aligned with their academic interests and future legal career goals.
• Provide research feedback: Review research plans, analysis of findings, and written research drafts, offering structured feedback to strengthen the quality of students' work.
• Support research skills and standards: Help students understand research methodologies, academic research standards, and discipline-specific expectations.
• Guide academic research deliverables: Support students working toward outcomes such as academic papers, research posters, or journal submissions, depending on program scope.
• Monitor project progress: Track student progress against established milestones and timelines to maintain momentum throughout the research process.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field, such as law, legal studies, public policy, political science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience conducting academic or legal research.
• Strong background in research design, data analysis, and academic writing.
• Experience mentoring students or trainees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.
• A genuine interest in mentoring pre-law students and supporting their academic and professional development.

Inspira Education Group does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in providing employment opportunities and benefits.

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