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I'm a legal and policy researcher with a strong background in data-driven analysis, writing, and justice reform. After practicing law for two decades, I now focus on producing high-quality, evidence-based content for clients in the legal, academic, and public policy sectors. My expertise spans legal research, sentencing policy, and criminal justice reform, combined with professional experience in SEO writing, data interpretation, and technical editing. I translate complex legal and policy material into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences. Recent experience includes AI training for legal reasoning models and content development for national law firm marketing agencies. I am currently earning my Master of Science in Justice, Law & Criminology at American University, where my work focuses on applied research methods and program evaluation, including training in R and Stata. If you're seeking someone who brings both professional legal insight and real-world justice experience, I can help craft precise, persuasive, and well-researched work that meets your needs.

*******Please note, I do not engage in academic dishonesty and will not participate in cheating********* Hello! I am an independent scholar who wants to help you with your academic and research projects! I coach academics and professionals through the research process, and can help with all stages of research. I have a Ph.D. in sociology and am skilled at research and writing and multi-method qualitative methods. I have experience in qualitative methods such as interviewing, focus groups, content analysis, historical analysis, visual analysis, and ethnographies. I also have basic quantitative skills such as survey design and fundamental statistical analysis. I am also an experienced college professor. I have 23 published articles in peer-reviewed formats and have recently published a peer-reviewed edited volume. I currently have a few other paper that have been accepted and are in the publication process, with many more in the pipeline. I am currently working as the editor of an edited volume about pharmaceuticals, and am also working on a solo-authored book. I am good at working under pressure, taking criticism/feedback, and being an excellent communicator. When you work with me, you get 100% original products. What can I bring to your project? *Thorough Literature Reviews/analysis *Conducting focus groups or interviews *Coding of qualitative data *Basic quantitative data analysis *Writing up research findings *Coaching through all stages of the thesis/dissertation process *Coaching through all stages of academic writing *Putting findings into polished reports or PowerPoints *Putting together syllabi and other teaching materials I have extensive graduate training in research methods and writing and look forward to using my writing skills to help you with your research project. Although my deep subject-matter expertise is in all areas of sociology (especially mental health and medical sociology), I am a versatile writer who learns quickly, and I have experience writing in a variety of disciplines and styles. I would love to be a part of your writing/research project!

I'm a former university professor with a Ph.D. in economics and a native English speaker. My previous experience includes publishing many scholarly articles in peer-reviewed academic journals, which are listed on Google Scholar under Michael D. Stroup. I have sat on many Master's committees and a few doctoral committees across various social science disciplines, and I have led a successful business school re-accreditation effort. More recently, I have assisted Upwork clients with reviewing and editing their academic papers, ghostwriting blog pieces, as well as creating and reviewing online academic curriculum. I have also performed empirical research and public policy analysis for academics, business professionals, and non-profit organizations. My fees are negotiable and I am willing to work with anyone from any country. I look forward to working with you!

Academic (PhD) in social sciences (criminology and criminal justice). Over 15 years experience writing/editing for a range of audiences (academic, government, grant funder, general public). Statistical analysis using Excel, SPSS, and Stata. Work extensively with graduate students--research development and execution, writing, editing, and visual presentation. Detail-oriented, reliable, professional.

I am an experienced academic writer, researcher, and educator with a strong interdisciplinary background spanning Linguistics (BSc) and Business Administration (MSc and PhD). This combination equips me with advanced analytical ability, strong research competence, and the skill to communicate complex academic ideas clearly across a wide range of disciplines. Over the past several years, I have worked as both a lecturer and a freelance academic writer, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students across diverse fields. This experience has strengthened my ability to critically analyze research problems, develop well-structured arguments, and produce high-quality academic work that meets institutional and scholarly standards. I provide end-to-end academic support, including essay writing, dissertation and thesis development, research papers, and systematic literature reviews. My approach covers the full research process, from topic development and research design to data analysis and final submission, ensuring each project aligns with required guidelines, academic standards, and referencing styles. I am skilled in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including survey design, SPSS data analysis, and reference management using Mendeley. I also offer thorough proofreading and editing services focused on clarity, originality, structure, and academic integrity. My work is guided by professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, plagiarism-free results within deadlines. I adapt easily to different academic fields while maintaining rigor and consistency in every project. If you are seeking a reliable academic professional who can deliver well-researched, clearly written, and methodologically sound work, I would be glad to support your project.

🥇 Expert-Vetted - Upwork's category for its Top 1% of talent. For over 20 years, I have been ranked as the top American researcher on Upwork/Elance and am a member of several Fortune 500 Private Talent Clouds on Upwork I have worked with a variety of notable clients including: - Johnson & Johnson - Microsoft - IKEA - Harvard Business School - Harvard University - Anthem (Blue Cross Blue Shield) - P&G - Medtronic - Korn Ferry - United States Navy - The University of Texas - Bloomin' Brands - Janssen Pharmaceuticals - Duke University - XPRIZE - The John Templeton Foundation - Hofstra University - Texas A&M University - The University of North Carolina - Multiple New York Times Best-Selling Authors Services include: MARKET RESEARCH: Primary and secondary sources are used to investigate markets, large and small. Discover opportunities, gather data and clarify issues for any market or industry in any location. FULL access to IBISWorld, Mintel, Euromonitor Passport and Statista. Customer surveys are also available. ACADEMIC RESEARCH: Some of the best and highest quality information comes from peer-reviewed academic sources. I dig into the depths of scientific research to find the best possible information for your needs. COMPETITIVE REVIEWS: Smart organizations know who their competitors are - I help clients understand competitor products, services, value propositions and business models through my 3-stage competitive review process. BEST PRACTICES + BENCHMARK RESEARCH: I perform rigorous research to find the procedures and processes that have proven be to superior to all others in any industry or offering. GENERAL RESEARCH: Any question, any topic, any industry. WRITING SERVICES: As an add-on to research offerings, I offer writing services such as whitepapers, formal reports, literature reviews and editing services. Publications include The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Journal of Black Psychology, The Journal of Computer Science & Technology, and The Journal Media Literacy Education. Additional services include: Scholarly / Literature Reviews Intensive Engine / Organic Search Coding Education, Psychology and Medical Research Economics, Finance and Political Research Undergraduate and Graduate Program Search News / Current Events Research Dissertation and Thesis Editing APA, MLA, Chicago, Turabian, Harvard and Vancouver Formatting Bibliographies Grant Search Patent, Trademark and Copyright Search Procurement Research Consulting Services