Research Assistant

Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Overton Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Overton, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M Agri. Life Texas A&M Agri. Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M Agri. Life Extension Service Texas A&M Agri.

Life Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri. Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System.

With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri. Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about joining Agri. Life! Position Information: Job Summary: The Research Assistant is responsible for collaborating with researchers on the design, setup, and execution of field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments.

Performs skilled research work including sample, data collection, and analysis of soil and plant samples to ensure the success of research initiatives.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with researchers to design, set up, and execute field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments. Assist in experimental issues and contributes to process improvements. Participate in sampling, data collection and analysis of soil and plant samples. Maintain cleanliness and organization of soil science laboratory, equipment and facilities.

Handle farm equipment as needed for specific tasks. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or related field. Proficiency in basic laboratory techniques and equipment operation. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Soil Science or related field. Other Requirements: Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions. What You Need to Know Salary: Compensation is commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications. Sponsorship : This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsorship: Your employment at Texas A&M Agri. Life may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M Agri. Life will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked.

If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated. To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (Agri. Life contributes to premiums) 12–15 annual paid holidays Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs How to Apply Applications must include all job application data or a complete resume.

Incomplete applications may be rejected. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use LinkedIn to prepopulate application fields. Required Documents: CV / Resume All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.