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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