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Overview 

The Misdiagnosis Association and Research Institute (MARI) is seeking motivated, experienced individuals to serve as Volunteer Research Supervisors in our Remote Research Assistant Certification Course.

Supervisors provide structured mentorship, assignment feedback, accountability, and professional guidance to approximately two to three assigned students. Supervisors support students as they complete a sequence of research and communication assignments, while working closely with MARI program managers to monitor progress and address student needs.

This role suits graduate students, healthcare trainees and professionals, researchers, and senior undergraduate students with strong research, writing, communication, and organizational skills.

 

About MARI 

MARI is the first organization dedicated exclusively to addressing misdiagnosis, treatment errors, malpractice, and broader healthcare system failures, collectively referred to as "Mismedicine." Through research, education, and advocacy, MARI unites a global network committed to improving patient safety and healthcare systems. Its flagship Research Assistant Certification Program offers structured research training, mentorship, publication opportunities, conference exposure, and leadership development.


 

Primary Responsibilities 

Student Mentorship & Support 

  • Supervise and mentor approximately two to three students enrolled in the certification course.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned students.
  • Help students understand assignment expectations, plan their work, and meet deadlines.
  • Support the development of research, scientific writing, critical appraisal, knowledge translation, and professional communication skills.
  • Help students identify challenges and develop strategies for improvement.


 

Assignment Review & Feedback 

  • Review student submissions according to program instructions, evaluation criteria, and grading rubrics.
  • Provide feedback that is clear, specific, constructive, professional, and actionable.
  • Provide targeted guidance on scientific writing, literature and evidence review, critical analysis, diagnostic case analysis, public knowledge translation, and presentation skills.
  • Support students as they complete the program’s structured assignments while they learn foundational research skills.
  • Track assignment completion, revisions, and student progress using the program’s designated tracking system.
  • Encourage students to revise and strengthen their own work rather than completing assignments for them.


 

Meetings & Communication 

  • Conduct weekly or biweekly meetings with assigned students. 
  • Conduct student meetings focused on progress, questions, feedback, goal-setting, and next steps.
  • Attend the monthly supervisor meetings with other program supervisors held on the first Friday of each month (date subject to change).
  • Attend an assigned Manager-Supervisor check-in approximately two weeks after the full-group meeting.
  • Provide updates about student progress, challenges, and support needs.
  • Contribute ideas to improve assignment materials, supervisor resources, student workflows, and educational processes.
  • Communicate with program managers when additional guidance or intervention is needed.


 

Research & Professional Development Support 

Depending on program needs, experience, availability, and demonstrated performance, supervisors may be invited to:

  • Contribute to publications or research projects.
  • Assist with conference abstracts or submissions.
  • Participate in peer-review activities.
  • Contribute to educational articles or other MARI content.
  • Support outreach and educational initiatives.
  • Assist with workshop, seminar, or training-material development.
  • Take on additional leadership or program-development responsibilities.

These opportunities are additional to the core supervision role and are not guaranteed for every supervisor.


 

Desired Qualifications 

Applicants should meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Current graduate or professional student, such as a master’s, PhD, MD, PharmD, nursing, or public health student.
  • Healthcare, education, or research professional with relevant research or mentorship experience.
  • Senior undergraduate student, typically in the third or fourth year, with strong academic standing and research experience.


 

Applicants should also demonstrate:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience providing feedback, mentoring, tutoring, or peer support.
  • Reliability and ability to follow through on recurring responsibilities.
  • Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment.
  • Willingness to support students with different levels of research experience.
  • Ability to provide feedback in a respectful, encouraging, and professional manner.


 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in any of the following areas is an asset:

  • Academic or scientific writing.
  • Literature or systematic reviews.
  • Research methodology.
  • Critical appraisal of academic literature.
  • Healthcare, public health, or patient-safety research.
  • Academic publishing or conference submissions.
  • Peer review or editorial work.
  • Knowledge translation or public-facing health communication.
  • Student mentorship, teaching, tutoring, or supervision.


 

Time Commitment 

  • Approximately 3-5 hours per week 
    • Workload is flexible and fully remote 

Time commitment may vary depending on the number of assigned students, assignment-review periods, student support needs, and participation in additional program activities.


 

Training & Support 

Supervisors will receive: 

  • Program onboarding and orientation.
  • A comprehensive supervisor guide outlining roles, expectations, meeting procedures, and feedback standards.
  • Supervisor training modules and resources.
  • Assignment instructions, supervisor guides, and evaluation rubrics.
  • Ongoing guidance from MARI program managers.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with other supervisors and members of the MARI research team.


 

Benefits 

Supervisors will have the opportunity to: 

  • Develop mentorship, leadership, and research-supervision experience.
  • Strengthen skills in academic writing, feedback, and research communication.
  • Expand their professional network.
  • Collaborate with an international, multidisciplinary team.
  • Be considered for publication, conference, peer-review, and educational opportunities.
  • Work closely with course Program Managers and MARI leadership 
  • Receive a reference letter following successful participation, generally after a minimum of six months.
  • Take on additional leadership responsibilities within MARI based on experience, performance, and program needs.


 

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials:

  • A current résumé or CV.
  • A brief statement of interest explaining why you would like to join the program and how it aligns with your academic or professional goals.
  • A brief statement of interest outlining your research, mentorship, and relevant professional experience.
  • Your current academic or professional status.
  • A brief description of your availability and expected time commitment.


 

If you have any questions, please reach out to the program managers at jade.w@mariresearch.com and nitya.k@mariresearch.com