Hiring Psychology Research Mentors (PhD Candidates & Above Only) – Remote, High-Paying
Recruitment began on January 31, 2025 and the job listing Expires on February 28, 2025.
Position: Psychology Research Mentor (Remote, Part-Time)
Job Description:
We are seeking PhD candidates (2nd year and above), PhD graduates, and postdoctoral researchers in psychology to mentor high-achieving high school students in independent research projects OR academic competitions such as the John Locke Essay Competition.
No undergraduate or master’s students, please. Only doctoral-level applicants will be considered.
Many students are ready to start immediately—we are actively looking for mentors who can begin soon!
We provide structured lesson plans and guidance to ensure a smooth teaching experience for mentors.
Responsibilities:
* Research Mentorship: Guide high school students through psychology research projects, including topic selection, literature review, methodology, data collection, data analysis, and academic writing (24-hour total commitment).
* Essay Competition Coaching: Mentor high school students in writing competition essays (up to 2,000 words), providing structured feedback on argumentation, clarity, and coherence (20-hour total commitment).
Compensation:
* Research Projects:
o PhD candidates, postdocs: $150/hour, 24 hours total
o Professors: $200+/hour
* Essay Competition Coaching:
o PhD candidates, postdocs: $100–$120/hour, 20 hours total
o Professors: $200+/hour
Qualifications:
PhD candidate (2nd year and above), PhD graduate, or postdoc in psychology
Strong expertise in academic writing, research methodology, experimental design, and data analysis
Excellent communication skills to guide high school students in critical thinking and independent research
Prior experience in research supervision or competition coaching is not necessary but is a plus.
How to Apply:
Submit your CV and an optional brief summary of your research/teaching experience to bin.qian@aya.yale.edu. Only PhD-level applicants will be reviewed. We look forward to hearing from you!
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