Legal Research Mentor

The Role

We are looking for a Legal Research Mentor to support high-achieving pre-law students through the development and completion of original research projects across law, legal studies, public policy, political science, and related disciplines. If you hold a PhD and are passionate about mentorship, this role is an excellent fit! This is a part-time, remote, 1099 contract role that can be based anywhere in the United States or Canada.

Responsibilities

• Mentor undergraduate students through the full research process, from topic selection and study design to execution and final deliverables
• Guide students in developing feasible, high-quality research questions aligned with their academic and career goals
• Provide structured feedback on research plans, data interpretation, and written research drafts
• Help students understand research standards and discipline-specific expectations
• Support students pursuing outcomes such as academic papers, posters, or journal submissions, depending on program scope
• Track progress against defined milestones and timelines to ensure consistent forward momentum

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., law, legal studies, public policy, political science, or related disciplines)
• 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 passion for mentorship and student development