[Hiring] Legal Research Mentor @Inspira Education

Role Description

We are seeking a Legal Research Mentor to guide pre-law students through the development and completion of original research projects in law, legal studies, public policy, political science, and related disciplines.

• Mentor pre-law students through the research process:
• Guide students from initial topic selection and research question development through research design, execution, and final deliverables.
• Guide research development:
• Help students develop feasible, high-quality research questions aligned with their academic interests and future legal career goals.
• Provide research feedback:
• Review research plans, analysis of findings, and written research drafts, offering structured feedback to strengthen the quality of students' work.
• Support research skills and standards:
• Help students understand research methodologies, academic research standards, and discipline-specific expectations.
• Guide academic research deliverables:
• Support students working toward outcomes such as academic papers, research posters, or journal submissions, depending on program scope.
• Monitor project progress:
• Track student progress against established milestones and timelines to maintain momentum throughout the research process.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field, such as law, legal studies, public policy, political science, or a related discipline.
• 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 genuine interest in mentoring pre-law students and supporting their academic and professional development.

Requirements

• This is a part-time, remote, 1099 independent contractor role open to candidates based in the United States or Canada.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to mentor aspiring legal professionals.

Company Description

Inspira Education Group is one of the fastest-growing edtech startups in the US, with a mission to democratize access to high-quality coaching for students worldwide.

• Leading network of top admissions coaches in medical, legal, business, and college studies.
• Backed by leading venture capital firms and investors, including Zeev Ventures, Quiet Capital, Craft Ventures, and Jeff Fluhr (Founder of Stubhub).