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Tuskegee University

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Support the implementation of farm production and conservation pilot projects related to soil carbon sequestration, soil fertility, forage management, and small ruminant production systems. * Assist ...

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Machine Learning Research Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$142K - $224K/yr

EDEN Nature provides humanity with services that are critical for survival: the sequestration of carbon, the filtration of water, and the production of the air we breathe. EDEN works to strengthen ...

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Title: Carbon Sequestration Assessment in Native and Managed Plant Systems This research project ...

Employment @ Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX

$13/hr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Posting Information
Requisition 202600029ST Title Student Employee-Engineering Technology-Research Assistant Employee Class Student Employee College Work Study Position No Department Dept of Engineering Technology Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week up to 10 hours per week Hiring Rate
$13.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification
one undergraduate
Nature & Purpose of Position
Title: Carbon Sequestration Assessment in Native and Managed Plant Systems
This research project focuses on quantifying carbon sequestration potential across a variety of plant species located on the SHSU campus and surrounding research sites. The student assistant will participate in field data collection to measure plant biomass, soil characteristics, and environmental variables. In addition, the assistant will conduct laboratory analyses to evaluate soil carbon content, organic matter composition, and related indicators of carbon storage. The position offers handson experience in ecological fieldwork, environmental sampling, and laboratory testing techniques used to assess carbon sequestration in natural and managed ecosystems.

Other Requirements for the Position
1. Undergraduate student majoring in Environmental Science, Biology, Agricultural Sciences, or related STEM fields
2. Willingness to conduct outdoor fieldwork, including plant measurements and soil sampling
3. Previous experience with laboratory procedures, environmental sampling, or analytical equipment is preferred

Open Date 01/16/2026 Position Number 9N9944
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title Dr. Momen R. Mousa, Assist Prof Contact Phone 936-294-2514 Contact Email mxm363@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # Pirkle 420 G 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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