Student Employee- School of Agricultural Sciences- Worker​/Researcher

Student Employee – School of Agricultural Sciences – Worker / Researcher

Title: Student Employee – School of Agricultural Sciences – Worker / Researcher

Requisition: ST

Employee Class: Student Employee

Department: School of Agricultural Sciences

Division: Division of Academic Affairs

Hours Per Week: 20

Hiring Rate: $10

Preferred Student Classification: Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Seniority Level: Internship

Employment Type: Full-time

Open Date: 09/09/2025

Seeking to hire two undergraduate students to serve as Research Assistants for the Bridge Grant during the 2025 Fall semester. Students will provide both service and research support for an urban agriculture project in high schools and community groups using hydroponic systems:

• Agribusiness student – manage budgeting and marketing.
• Agricultural Education student – develop marketing materials.

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring the hydroponic urban agriculture project.
• Collect and analyze data related to project outcomes.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners.

• Must provide own transportation.
• Must be punctual and able to work well with others.
• Enrolled in college and expected to maintain good academic standing.

Contact Person: Dr. Shyam Nair

Phone:

Email: shyam.nair

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.