Sam Houston State is looking for Student Employee-Ag Business / Plant Science-Assistant in Huntsville, TX. This local job opportunity with ID 3743585134 is live since 2026-07-06 18:12:10.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Requisition

202600035ST

Title

Student Employee-Ag Business / Plant Science-Assistant

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

Junior or Senior

Nature & Purpose of Position

Plant Science students will work mostly in greenhouses under the direction of SHSU faculty. This includes, but is not limited to, use of watering, harvesting, data collection, fertilizer and weed control applications. A few hours occasionally on Saturdays may also be required during. Students must have own transportation to SHSU Gibb's Ranch.

Ag Ed students will work for an interdisciplinary project focused on the commercial and educational potential of microgreens under the direction of SHSU faculty. This role includes but is not limited to assisting in managing indoor farming setup, agricultural research, business development, and community outreach to design sustainable microgreens workshops for local high schools. Students must have own transportation to SHSU Gibb's Ranch.

Other Requirements for the Position

Open Date

01/26/2026

Position Number

Contact Information

Contact Name & Title

Dr. Abbas Aboohamidi

Contact Phone

936.294.1207

Contact Email

axa432@shsu.edu

Contact Building & Room #

Fred Pirkle Engineering & Technology Building

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.

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