Call for Applications: LEARN Program Mentors (Methodological & Scholarly Publishing & Peer Review)

Methodological Mentors will provide on-demand expert guidance and support to LEARN scholars in longitudinal methods, psychometrics, measure adaptation and development, and statistical analysis (R/Stata/SPSS). They will assist scholars with study design, statistical analysis, and research methodology as needed. Spanish-speaking mentors are strongly preferred for mentors to Colombian scholars.

• Responsibilities:
  • Provide on-demand, 1:1 methodological guidance on longitudinal methods, psychometrics, tool development, and/or statistical software (R/Stata) as needed at different stages of the scholar's project.
  • Offer expertise in navigating key stages of research, ensuring mentorship is tailored to the scholar’s current needs and progress.
  • Contribute to virtual workshops or seminars, if applicable and as time permits.
  • Mentors are expected to commit 2-4 hours per month, depending on availability and scholar needs.
     
• Qualifications:
  • Expertise in longitudinal methods, psychometrics, and/or measure development and/or adaptation.
  • Proficiency in statistical software (R/SPSS/Stata)
  • Experience in LMIC research contexts (Sub-Saharan Africa or Latin America preferred).
  • At least one peer-reviewed publication demonstrating methodological rigor.
  • Spanish fluency for mentors supporting Colombian scholars. Preferred.
  • Prior mentorship experience. Preferred.
  • Familiarity with cultural and institutional contexts in Ghana/Colombia. Preferred.
  • SRCD membership is required (non-members may apply but must join if selected).
  • We welcome applications from mentors at various professional stages, including more junior members, as long as they meet the core qualifications.

Scholarly Publishing & Peer Review Mentors will support LEARN scholars by providing iterative feedback on written products (proposals, manuscripts, conference submissions) to enhance the quality and impact of the scholar's work. They will assist the scholars with manuscript development and guide them through the peer review process by offering feedback aligned with the Reviewer Zero Formative and Interactive Review (FAIR) framework. Mentors will also participate in co-reviewing with the Reviewer Zero organizing committee and may contribute to workshops on inclusive peer review practices. As part of the Reviewer Zero Global Pilot, mentors will not only help scholars amplify their research in international journals but also deepen their own expertise in advancing equity in peer review. Spanish fluency is preferred for mentors working with Colombian scholars.

• Responsibilities:
  • Provide iterative feedback on written products (proposals, manuscripts, conference submissions) to enhance the quality and impact of scholars' work.
  • Support scholars in navigating the peer review process, applying feedback from the Reviewer Zero Formative and Interactive Review (FAIR) framework.
  • Work with scholars to develop their peer review skills, helping them understand how to respond to journal critiques constructively and become better peer reviewers themselves.
  • Contribute to or lead workshops on inclusive peer review, focusing on advancing equity in scholarly publishing.
  • Mentors are expected to commit 2-4 hours per month, depending on availability and scholar needs.
     
• Qualifications:
  • Experience as a peer reviewer for academic journals (developmental science, education, or related fields).
  • Record of publication(s) in LMIC research contexts.
  • Familiarity with inclusive peer review practices and bias mitigation strategies.
  • Spanish fluency for mentors supporting Colombian scholars. Preferred.
  • Experience training early-career researchers in peer review processes. Preferred.
  • SRCD membership is required (non-members may apply but must join if selected).