Resident Assistant

SUMMER FELLOW (Resident Assistant) NEEDED!

The CCOM Office of Education Support is seeking Resident Assistants (RAs) for the 2026 Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) from May 28 - July 18, 2026, 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 Program 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 Program Coordinator.

Compensation:

• Housing: Single room in Petersen Residence Hall
• Stipend: $4,000
• 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 6 - Saturday, July 18 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.

Interested?

Email resume and cover letter to Program Coordinator Daniela Sanchez at daniela-sanchez@uiowa.edu (mailto:daniela-sanchez@uiowa.edu) to apply!