Remote Legal Research Mentor for Pre-Law Students

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 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.