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Student Staff Positions Summer 2009
Application Deadline is Friday, April 10, 2009
In making selections, priority will be given to those students pursuing a bachelor's degree in the sciences, engineering or mathematics. Applicants should be current, full-time students at UCSB and have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Because of the nature of the programs, all applicants must have participated in undergraduate research and must have experience in giving technical presentations. Students who will be graduating in June 2009 are still eligible and are encouraged to apply.
Summer Institute in Mathematics and Science Resident Assistant (4)
Program Dates: August 16 - August 28, 2009
Estimated Salary: 2,500.00
The SIMS Resident Assistants (RA) help incoming UCSB freshman with their transition to college through the two week SIMS program. Program participants work with graduate mentors in lab and classroom settings to develop the skills necessary to excel in science based classes at the university level. The primary role of the RA is to provide auxiliary support to the graduate mentors and to act as the main liaison between the program participants and the program directors. The RA must be able to answer questions regarding participant's lab projects in particular and lower division math/science questions in general. All RA's are expected to have participated in and presented undergraduate research. RA's will use their past research/presentation experiences to aid SIMS participants in constructing and giving a professional, scientific final oral presentation. Because of the group nature of the institute, the RA's communication, mediation and conflict resolution skills will be as important as their scientific proficiency. Secondary RA responsibilities include lead roles in social and recreational activities, general (academic/career) counseling and daily meetings with program directors. It must be stressed that SIMS is an intensive two week program. RA's will be living side by side with participants and can expect to be on call 24/7 while working an average of 12 to 15 hours a day.
Summer Institute in Mathematics and Science Academic Peers (2)
Program Dates: August 16 - August 28, 2009
Estimated Salary: 800.00
SIMS Academic Peers work on a daily basis with students, both in a group and individually, to provide academic support, information, and necessary structure to assist students in their transition to college life. They work closely with other SIMS staff in order to create a harmonious climate within the Santa Ynez Apartments and the program in general. Peers coordinate and take responsibility for Study Breaks, taking pictures, video taping, creating the SIMS Slide Show, assisting RA's with "SIMS Funny Awards", holding nightly office hours during which tutoring is provided, and participating in mandatory activities. Peers are also responsible for SIMS 2008 T-shirt design. (Approximately 80 hours)