Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Future Forward is a mission-driven organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality STEM mentorship. The Research Mentor will guide students in grades 6–12 through the design and execution of science fair and research projects, including developing hypotheses, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts and presentations.
Responsibilities
- Mentor students (grades 6-12) through the end-to-end research process, including:
- Brainstorming to identify meaningful research questions
- Helping them structure their hypotheses and methodologies
- Overseeing experimentation, data collection, and analysis
- Guidance in manuscript writing, poster preparation, and presentations
- Providing constructive feedback that helps students elevate their projects to be competitive in regional, state, and national science fairs
- Encouraging scientific curiosity, creativity, and ethical research practices
- Adapt mentoring style to suit diverse student backgrounds and levels of experience
Skills
- • Completed PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautics or Aerospace Engineering
- • Completed Master of Science from a reputed university
- • Experience mentoring students in STEM research (experience with science fairs, labs, or academic supervision highly valued)
- • Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for high school students
- • Passion for mentoring and empowering young researchers
Benefits
- Remote (with flexible working hours), but based in USA
- Part-Time / Contract
- Shape the future of ambitious school students aspiring to careers in STEM
- Flexible, remote-friendly role with meaningful impact
- Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to democratizing access to high-quality STEM mentorship
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