Research Mentor

MedSchoolCoach; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 8,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

MedSchoolCoach is offering a part-time remote opportunity as a Research Mentor in their Research Mentorship Program. In this role, you will guide high school students in STEM research, helping them develop essential skills and providing support throughout their projects. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or be enrolled in a PhD program, along with effective communication and mentorship skills.

Qualifications

• PhD or currently enrolled in a PhD program in STEM.
• Prior experience in research and mentorship.
• Strong communication and teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide students in designing STEM research projects.
• Assist with literature reviews and data collection.
• Support students in submitting to peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Mentoring

Education

PhD in STEM field

Job description

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