Student Assistant - Research Assistant (College of Forestry & Agriculture)

This is a student position responsible for performing field data and sample collection, sample preparation, and/or lab analyses. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. QUALIFICATIONS The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F.

Austin State University. No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS May assist in the capture and collection of field data. May cooperate in the handling and processing of data, as necessary. May assist in the development and completion of surveys, reports, analysis, etc.

May perform work in varying environmental conditions including summer heat, wind, rain, and humidity. May assist with special projects as assigned. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Knowledge of data collection principles and practices. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to perform work in varying environmental conditions including summer heat, humidity, wind, and rain. Must be able to tolerate the elements of the outdoors with the presence of bugs, insects, poison ivy, brush/briars, etc. This posting is for research assistants who will be working under specific professors within the College of Forestry and Agriculture.

Student must have spoken with and coordinated a position with a professor within the College of Forestry and Agriculture. Please notify our hiring team at atcofa@sfasu.edu once you have applied for this position and include the name of the professor you will be working with in your email.A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.