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Student Research Assistant / School of Agricultural Sciences
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A Food and Agricultural Scientist or Technologist studies plants and animals used in food production. Researches topics related to improving quality and productivity in agriculture and livestock farming, or food science and nutrition. May specialize in applying food science to food product development.
$82,458 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Toggle navigation Home Search Jobs Job Alerts Log In /Create Account Help Application Instructions FAQs Staff Pay Grade Table Student Research Assistant / School of Agricultural Sciences Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Information Requisition 202600317ST Title Student Research Assistant / School of Agricultural Sciences Employee Class Student Employee College Work Study Position No Department School of Agricultural Sciences Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week Up to 20 Hiring Rate $12 Preferred Student Classification Nature & Purpose of Position This position involves assisting Dr. Hopkins and Dr. Nair in developing and maintaining the Crop Library at Gibb's Ranch. Other Requirements for the Position Must have transportation to and from Gibb's Ranch Facilities. Open Date 09/01/2026 Position Number Contact Information Contact Name & Title Kaitlin Hopkins Contact Phone 936 294-1272 Contact Email kah147@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # Contact Fax Contact Instructions Summary EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University? Yes No © Copyright Sam Houston State University. All rights reserved.