Medical Research Mentor

The Role
We are looking for a Medical Research Mentor to support high-achieving pre-med students through the development and completion of original research projects across medicine, science, psychology, and related disciplines. If you hold an MD and/or 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., medicine, biomedical sciences, psychology, public health, or related disciplines)
Demonstrated experience conducting academic or clinical 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