Biotechnology DSC Members

Volunteer Position

Biotechnology DSC Members (positions below)

Applications will remain open until September 12th at 4PM, 2024.

Time Commitment

8-month term from September, 2024 to April 30th, 2025. If this position is subject to an honorarium, payouts will be in accordance with the Human Resources Honoraria Policy Grid 9.05.02 which can be accessed here: https://static1.squarespace.co...

Please see Part 3: Hiring in the HR Policy Manual for in-depth eligibility criteria for the position pertaining to academic standing, work-study positions, exchange status, etc.

Positions Available:

• Secretary (1)
  • Take meeting minutes during weekly DSC meetings
  • Assist in booking rooms and/or create zoom links for meetings and events
  • Assist other council members in creating schedules for events
  • Create and oversee a google form where students may provide feedback about the program
• Undergraduate Representatives (2)
  • Acts as a liaison between the DSC and other committees (UGSC, BGSC, I-EDIAA, etc)
  • Staying up to date on issues affecting the DSC and student experience
  • Advocating for the undergraduate biotechnology students within the department
• Year Representatives (4)
  • Responsible for acting as a direct resource for students in Biotechnology
  • Make important announcements/ask professors to promote events in class
  • Use social media to promote events within the department
  • Coordinating study nights
• Academic Coordinators (3)
  • Responsible for planning and running academic-catered events (Careers in BTEC, Research Opportunities, 4th year seminar)
  • Collaborate with your team to plan the logistics of each event
  • Work with Undergraduate Representatives to connect with professors/grad students for our events
• Social Coordinators (3)
  • Responsible for the logistics of planning and running social events (i.e. Crops with Profs, Formal)
  • In charge of planning and running the joint Biology Formal with members of the Biology DSC
• Marketing Coordinators (3)
  • Responsible for creating event graphics
  • In charge of various event promotions on social media channels
  • Proficient with graphic creation software
  • Brainstorm & execute social media presence for engagement, such as creating Instagram reels, stories, memes, etc.
    

• Fundraising Coordinator (2)
  • Responsible for planning and running fundraising initiatives (Merch sale, Headshot Fundraiser, Sticker sale)
  • In charge of attracting sponsors for our various events
  • Work with year reps and marketing to promote events

• I-EDIAA Representative
  • Serve as a representative and advocate for Inclusion, Equity, Diversity, Indigeneity, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility within the Biotechnology program.
  • Take over the DSC social media once a week to highlight diversity in STEM and Biotechnology (e.g., sharing spotlights, resources, events, or personal stories).
  • Be a point of contact for students seeking support or wanting to share ideas on improving inclusivity in the program.
  • Help plan or promote events and initiatives that foster a welcoming and equitable environment for all Biotech students.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the Biotechnology DSC Co-Presidents, Haylee Nezan (biotech.president @asus.queensu.ca), Adam New (president.biotech @asus.queensu.ca), or Tashai Gardner, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at hro@ asus.queensu.ca.

ASUS Office

Phone: (613)-533-6000 x75441

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.