Biopsychology DSC Exec Team na Arts & Science Undergraduate Society

Volunteer Position

Bio-Psychology DSC Social Committee Members (5-6 positions)

The Bio-Psychology Departmental Student Council (DSC) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated students to join our DSC Committee for the 2025-2026 academic year. This is a volunteer position, open to all Life Sciences students from first to fourth year.

This application will be available until September 15th, 2025 at 4PM EST.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

8 month-term from September 2025 to April 30th, 2026. 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.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Attending weekly DSC meetings
- Advertising DSC events to students
- Coordinate with other DSC members to organize events and joint initiatives
- Complete respective portfolio

MARKETING DIRECTOR (2 position available)

• Oversee the branding and visual identity of the DSC Biopsychology
• Design promotional graphics, posters, and digital content for all DSC initiatives
• Work with the Social Media Executives to ensure alignment of marketing and social media strategies
• Support outreach efforts by creating clear and engaging promotional material
• Attend weekly council meetings and DSC events

SOCIAL MEDIA (2 positions available)

• Manage and grow the DSC Biopsychology social media presence (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)

• Design engaging graphics and posts to promote DSC events and initiatives

• Work with the Marketing Executives to ensure cohesive branding across all platforms

• Assist in live coverage of events (stories, posts, etc.)

• Attend weekly council meetings and DSC events

OUTREACH (2 position available)

• Build and maintain connections between the DSC Biopsychology and students, faculty, and campus organizations
  
• Assist with recruitment and student engagement campaigns
  
• Help organize academic and career-oriented initiatives (e.g., info sessions, mentorship programs)
  
• Collaborate with the Events and Marketing teams to ensure wide student reach
  
• Attend weekly council meetings and DSC events
  

OUTREACH (2 position available)

• Plan and organize DSC Biopsychology events (e.g., study sessions, socials, career panel
• Collaborate with the Outreach and Marketing teams to promote events and maximize engagement
• Handle event logistics such as booking spaces, managing budgets, and coordinating volunteers
• Support in planning large-scale DSC events throughout the year
• Attend weekly council meetings and DSC events

YEAR REPRESENTATIVES

Advocate and act as a point of contact for their respective Life Sciences class.

• Second Year Rep (1):
  • Plan and execute the large-scale Life Sciences clothing sale, alongside the first year rep

• Third Year Rep (1):
  • Organize the Trivia/Drinks with Profs event
  • Career services workshop (Networking, Resume/CV, Cover Letters, and Interview Skills)

• Fourth Year Rep (1):
  • Organize the Life After LifeSci event
  • Fourth Year send off 

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact Katie Murphy (biopsych.president@ asus.queensu.ca) Sienna Valdez (president.biopsych@ 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.