Developmental Psychology Research Mentor – PhD ; 2nd Year High School Students

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

Recruitment began on December 5, 2025

and the job listing Expires on January 3, 2026

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.

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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.