Student Employee - Dept of Art - Ceramics Studio Assistant (Work Study Available)

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 9,092 - 12,949; Part time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Student Employee for the Ceramics Studio Assistant position. This role is part-time (20 hours per week) and includes responsibilities such as loading and unloading kilns, mixing glazes, and maintaining a clean studio environment.

Ideal candidates are current students eligible for work study. Successful applicants will assist in studio monitoring during open hours and support ceramic projects. This position offers a hiring rate of $8.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student with a work study award.
• Ability to work 20 hours per week.
• Familiarity with studio practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading kilns.
• Mixing glazes.
• Making clay from studio reclaim.
• Mopping floors to keep dust down.
• Monitoring the studio during open hours.

Job description

Position Details

Requisition: 202600222ST

Title: Student Employee - Dept of Art - Ceramics Studio Assistant (Work Study Available)

Employee Class: Student Employee

College Work Study Position: Yes

Department: Dept of Art

Division: Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week: 20

Hiring Rate: $8.00

Open Date: 06/23/2026

Position Number: 9N9897-00

Contact Name & Title: Rachel Walton

Contact Phone: [phone]

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Nature & Purpose of Position

The Department of Art is seeking applications for the position of Ceramics Studio Assistant to begin working in the Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading kilns
• Mixing glazes
• Making clay from studio reclaim
• Mopping floors to keep dust down in the studio
• Monitoring the studio during open studio hours

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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