Be a Role Model and Mentor
The Resident Faculty play an integral role in helping residents grow and succeed academically. As members of the Residential Life team, Resident Faculty provide a connection between in-classroom and out-of-classroom learning.
Faculty members in the Resident Faculty program serve as liaisons between students and faculty, and promote the intellectual stimulation of students living on campus. Resident Faculty devote at least eight hours per week toward the goal of helping students bridge academic and residential aspects of the undergraduate experience. Resident Faculty also work closely with the Residential Life staff of Resident Assistants (RAs) and Resident Directors (RDs), to promote a culture of academic success, diversity, and community in the residence halls.
“Our job and privilege is to introduce students to the intellectual life of the Berkeley campus. We want them — each and all — to feel comfortable with us as faculty members and individuals who can provide guidance in their academic development and in their personal lives.”
Professor Genaro Padilla, former Resident Faculty member at Clark Kerr Campus.
Benefits and Eligibility
In addition to the satisfaction of serving as a role model and mentor to students, benefits of being a Resident Faculty include:
- Furnished apartment in the residence hall
- Meal plan
- Work space in Residential Community
- Modest programming budget
An initial Resident Faculty appointment is for three years, with the option for one 3-year renewal up to a maximum of six years served.
Full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty are eligible to participate in the Resident Faculty program.
Application Information
A cover letter stating the applicant’s interest and qualifications for the position and full curriculum vitae are required.
The cover letter should include examples of the candidate’s experiences mentoring and advising students outside of the classroom and anticipated contributions to the residence hall community. Decisions are expected to be made by early November with a start date in January. Copies of the cover letter and full CV should be sent to Dr. Jaqui Thomas, Assistant Director Residential Life, at jaqui@berkeley.edu.
We are currently not accepting applications at this time. All positions are currently filled.
See important dates in the application process on the top sidebar of this page.