Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13)
About this role
Mercor is recruiting participants for the Youth Well-being Project, a research study led by Stanford University in collaboration with Bocconi University, focused on how smartphones and digital tools affect children and families.
📋 Applications are open now. We're accepting applications at this stage to finalize and confirm participants for the upcoming batch, which begins in January. Apply now to lock in your spot, selected applicants will have their place confirmed ahead of the January start.
✅ Who can take part, please read carefully
- You are a parent/guardian based in the United States
- You have a child aged 9 to 13
- Your child has their own smartphone with an active SIM card (a working phone number). This is required, the study involves installing an app on the child's phone, so a tablet, Wi‑Fi‑only device, or a phone without a SIM will not qualify.
- You and your child are willing to take part together
You can pick one child to take part with you, one child per household.
What you'll be asked to do
- Complete a few short online surveys plus occasional text-message check-ins across the study
- Install a parental-control app on your child's phone and keep it installed for the study period
- Your child completes two short online surveys and a few text-message check-ins
Engagement details
- Start: January (applications are being finalized now)
- Format: Remote, online surveys + short text-message check-ins
- Time commitment: The study runs over ~8 weeks. Active time is light, the surveys are short and the app simply stays installed on your child's phone during that period, with a few quick check-ins along the way
- Compensation: A flat fee of $110, paid once on completion
- Participation: One child per household
Why participate
- Contribute to Stanford + Bocconi research on children's well-being in the digital age
- Help parents make more informed decisions about technology
- Flexible, remote participation
Details
- Pay: $110/hr
- Company: Stanford Research
- Location: Remote
- Eligible locations: United States
- Platform: Mercor
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) role pay?
Mercor lists this Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) position at $110/hr. Pay is set by Mercor and your exact offer depends on your experience and the scope of the work.
Is the Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) role remote, and can I work from home?
Yes. Mercor lists this Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) position as fully remote, so you can work from home or anywhere with a reliable computer and internet connection.
Is Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) full time or part time?
Mercor lists this as a part-time remote role. Full details are in the role description above.
Which countries can apply for Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13)?
Mercor lists eligibility for United States. Check the Mercor listing for current requirements before applying.
Do I need experience to apply for Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13)?
The requirements are listed in the role description above. Mercor screens applicants through its own process, and relevant skills or credentials strengthen your application.
How do I apply for the Stanford Youth Study, US Parents & Kids (Age 9 to 13) role, and is it legit?
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