Developmental Psychology Research Mentor - PhD Candidates (2nd Year+) - for High School Students

Position: Developmental Psychology Research Mentor for High School Students (Remote, Part-Time)
Hiring: PhD Candidates (2nd Year+), PhD Graduates, Postdocs in Developmental Psychology Only

We are hiring developmental psychology specialists to mentor high-achieving high school students as they complete independent research papers on topics that are rigorous yet feasible at the high school level. Work is fully remote and scheduled flexibly around your academic commitments.

Responsibilities (remote):

• Mentor students through the full research process in developmental psychology: topic selection and scoping, literature review, research questions/hypotheses, basic methods (often secondary / conceptual work), data interpretation, and academic writing.
• Guide students toward completing a polished research paper, providing structured feedback on argumentation, use of evidence, and clarity of writing.

Compensation:

• Research projects: typically ~$150/hour (24 hours total per project for PhD candidates/postdocs; higher for professors).

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD candidate in developmental psychology (3rd year or above), PhD in developmental psychology, or postdoctoral researcher in developmental psychology.
• Strong background in developmental theory, research design, and academic writing.
• Clear, patient communication style and genuine interest in working with motivated high school students.

🚨 We do not accept applications from undergraduates, master’s students, or anyone not in a developmental psychology doctoral-track or postdoctoral position. Only PhD candidates (2nd year+), PhDs, and postdocs will be considered.