PEER Mentor - Biology

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title PEER Mentor - Biology Department Biology Terms and Hours Approx. 2-3 hrs/month Job Category Student Employment Hourly Wage Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($16.80) Job Summary

PEER Mentors are undergraduate students in the Biology Department who support their fellow students through peer mentoring, guidance, and community-building. Mentors draw from their own academic experiences to help mentees navigate coursework, build confidence, and stay engaged in the major. Through regular check-ins, resource sharing, and department involvement, PEER Mentors play a key role in promoting student success, connection, and resilience within the Biology program.

Core Duties

• Meet regularly with assigned mentees (1:1 or in small groups)
• Offer course-specific advice, study tips, and encouragement
• Help students navigate department resources, events, and opportunities
• Attend monthly mentor check-ins/trainings
• Collaborate with the PEER team on outreach and events
• Model a positive, inclusive, and supportive attitude
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Are a Biology major with junior standing or above
• Have completed core Bio classes
• Are friendly, dependable, and a good listener
• Want to make a positive impact in the Bio community
• Can commit ~2-3+ hours/month during the semester

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring, tutoring, or leading student groups
• Knowledge of campus academic support services
• Interest in inclusive teaching and learning

Physical Requirements

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SE1114-2023 Number of Vacancies 5 Estimated Start Date 09/01/2026 Open Date 08/20/2026 Close Date 09/10/2026

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Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents