At a Glance
- Tasks: Guide ambitious students through independent research projects and help them publish high-quality papers.
- Company: EZScholar, a platform dedicated to empowering future scholars.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, opportunity to shape young minds, and enhance your mentorship skills.
- Other info: Join a community of passionate educators and contribute to the next generation of innovators.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' academic journeys and prepare them for elite university admissions.
- Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field and experience in mentoring or teaching high-achieving students.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
EZScholar is seeking part-time Research Mentors (Ph.D. holders, professors, lecturers or postdocs) to guide high-achieving high school and undergraduate students through 10–12 week independent research projects online.
Success Criteria: Success means helping an ambitious student narrow down a niche topic, design a rigorous methodology, and complete a high-quality, publication-ready research paper.
Organizational Fit: Mentors serve as our core academic engine, providing the advanced scaffolding needed to prepare top-tier students for elite university admissions.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct weekly, 1-hour virtual mentorship sessions over a 10-to-12-week cycle.
- Help students scope a viable, specialized research topic and testable hypothesis.
- Guide students through literature reviews, methodology, and data/simulation analysis.
- Provide constructive written and verbal feedback on iterative paper drafts.
- Review the final submission to ensure it meets academic and publication standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Completed Ph.D. (or near completion) in a relevant academic field.
- Experience: Current or recent appointment as a Postdoctoral Researcher, Professor, or University Lecturer.
- Skills: Excellent communication skills, with a track record of peer-reviewed publications.
- Mentorship: Prior experience teaching or mentoring high-achieving young learners is preferred.
Research Mentors - Computer Science / AI, Computer Vision / Mechanical Engineering in Leicester employer: EZScholar Edutech
EZScholar is an exceptional employer that values the expertise of its Research Mentors, offering a flexible part-time role that allows Ph.D. holders to make a significant impact on the next generation of scholars. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and academic excellence, our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth and encourages innovative thinking, all while working remotely to accommodate your schedule. Join us in shaping ambitious students' futures through meaningful research projects that prepare them for elite university admissions.
