Temp Employee UI Student Resident Assistant

SUMMER FELLOW (Resident Assistant) NEEDED!

The CCOM Program of Access and Engagement is seeking Resident Assistants (RAs) for the 2025 Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) from June 4 - July 19, 2025, in Iowa City, IA.

Program Overview: Iowa's six-week SHPEP is designed to help pre-health undergraduate students strengthen their academic foundation through preparatory science courses, clinical experiences, and community-based learning.

Job Description: The Resident Assistant (RA) plays a key role in supporting SHPEP students by providing mentorship, enforcing program policies, and fostering a supportive living-learning environment. RAs will alternate with their fellow RA in attending large lecture sessions with scholars to provide guidance and ensure engagement. Additionally, RAs will rotate on-call responsibilities for weeknights and weekends to provide support for students and address any unexpected situations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide supervision, mentorship, and leadership to SHPEP students in the residence hall.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive community among resident students.
• Assist scholars with homework and academic support needs.
• Enforce SHPEP policies, including attendance at mandatory evening events.
• Rotate with the other RA to attend large lecture sessions and provide student support.
• Rotate on-call responsibilities for weeknights and weekends to ensure student support and respond to any issues.
• Ensure the residence hall remains a safe, welcoming, and functional space.
• Act as a role model, promoting professionalism, responsibility, and respect.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and the SHPEP Coordinator.
• Report incidents, concerns, or policy violations promptly.
• Plan and assist with residential activities and community-building events.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including room rosters, student check-ins, and material distribution.
• Attend and actively participate in all RA staff meetings and ongoing training sessions.
• Be visible, approachable, and available to SHPEP students on a consistent basis.
• Other duties as assigned by the SHPEP Coordinator.

Compensation:

• Stipend: $4,000
• Housing: Single room in Petersen Residence Hall
• Meal stipend: $600

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be a full-time graduate health professions student for the entire academic year prior to SHPEP and in good academic standing.
• Must live in Petersen Residence Hall from Saturday, June 7 - Saturday, July 19 to provide supervision and mentorship.
• Previous student leadership experience is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster a positive community.
• Demonstrated interest in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of undergraduate students.
• Must attend all SHPEP training sessions (dates to be announced upon hiring).
• Must be available 24/7 during the program for on-call responsibilities and activity support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Alumni of SHPEP or similar STEM programs.
• Experience working with undergraduate students from disadvantaged economic or educational backgrounds.