Virtual - Research Mentor

Location: New Orleans

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July 6, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
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Title:

Virtual - Research Mentor## Position Type:

Non-Employee Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)## Department:

LSUAM AA - APSS - Cain Ctr - College Readiness (Frank M Neubrander ) (Inherited))##

Work Location:

0222 A.T. Prescott Hall## Pay Grade:##

Job Description:

Research mentors plan 3-4 potential mathematics research projects accessible to high school students. At the start of Math Circle, they present their proposals, and will ultimately be assigned to two groups of 2-4 students each. For the rest of the program, they are responsible for virtually supervising these students and guiding them through their research project, as well as aiding them in preparing their presentation at the end of the program.
** Job Responsibilities
** Plan 3-4 potential mathematics research projects accessible to high school students. (50%)Virtually supervise selected students through projects. (25%)Administer final project presentation. (25%)
** Minimum Qualifications
** Bachelor's degree
*** LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.***## Additional

Job Description:

## Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume and three professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the Cain Center at  or caincenter.## Posting Date:

March 6, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 6, 2026## Additional Position Information:
** Background Check
- ** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
** Benefits
- ** LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, next Source Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.##

Essential Position (Y/N):## LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.## HCM Contact Information:

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