Roles in the Atlas Youth Research Fellowship

After completing our Atlas mentorship program, students gain the skills needed to take on leadership and collaborative roles in research. Fellows work together on data collection, project design, paper writing, outreach, and community impact, contributing to meaningful socioeconomic studies.

Regional Research Fellow

Regional Research Fellows lead research initiatives across an entire county, coordinating multiple high schools to establish a network of Atlas research chapters. They oversee data collection, mentor Chapter Leaders, and collaborate with the Atlas professional research team.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and support school chapter leaders within your region

• Coordinate research initiatives and ensure adherence to Atlas standards

• Facilitate communication between local chapters and the Atlas research team

• Provide guidance on project design, survey implementation, and preliminary data analysis

• Participate in regional research planning and strategy under Atlas mentor guidance
  
  

Chapter Research Lead

Chapter Research Leads establish and manage an Atlas research chapter at their high school. Selection is made by the Regional Research Fellow. Leads foster a collaborative environment where students develop advanced research skills while contributing to socioeconomic studies.

Responsibilities:

• Found and manage an Atlas research chapter at your school

• Recruit and engage members in ongoing research projects

• Organize regular meetings and coordinate research activities

• Collaborate with regional leadership and other school chapters

• Implement data collection protocols and maintain quality standards
  
  

Research Team Member

Research Team Members join an established chapter to contribute to research projects while developing skills under the guidance of chapter leaders and professional mentors.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in structured data collection, preliminary analysis, and research documentation

• Participate actively in chapter research meetings and projects

• Collaborate with peers and mentors to maintain research quality and integrity

• Gain hands-on experience that prepares you for independent research opportunities