Science & Research Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas is one of the strongest states for science and research Green Card sponsorship, anchored by major research universities like UT Austin and Texas A&M, life sciences hubs in Houston and Dallas, and federal research institutions including NASA's Johnson Space Center. Employers across biotech, energy research, and medical sciences regularly sponsor permanent residence for qualified scientists and researchers.
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Job Title
Customer Service Associate I
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Dean's Office Staff
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
About Texas A& M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
- Texas A&M AgriLife 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 AgriLife 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 AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
We are seeking a Customer Service Associate I who will serve as the primary customer service representative for the COALS Academic Advising Hub. This position is responsible for creating a welcoming, professional, and student-centered environment while providing exceptional front-line customer service to students, families, faculty, staff, and visitors. The position responds to inquiries in person, by telephone, and by email; assists students in navigating university resources; manages front desk operations; and supports the daily operations of the advising hub through outstanding customer service and operational support.
Essential Duties and Tasks:
75% Customer Service
- Serves as the first point of contact for students, families, faculty, staff, and visitors, creating a welcoming, professional, and student-centered environment within the advising hub.
- Responds professionally and courteously to student and customer inquiries in person, by telephone, and through email.
- Welcomes and checks in students for scheduled and drop-in advising appointments while managing student traffic and coordinating the flow of students throughout the advising office.
- Assists students who visit the advising office without an appointment by providing basic academic advising and curricular information within established guidelines and connecting students with an academic advisor when appropriate.
- Helps students navigate university systems, including scheduling advising appointments through Navigate, locating university resources, and accessing advising information.
- Explains advising services, office procedures, university processes, and available student resources.
- Builds positive relationships with students by anticipating customer needs, exercising sound judgment, and providing proactive, solution-oriented customer service.
- Provides referrals to appropriate campus offices and university partners including Aggie One Stop, Scholarships & Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Business Services, Disability Resources, Counseling & Psychological Services, Career Center, International Student & Scholar Services, Veteran Services, and other campus resources based on student needs.
- Maintains advising forms, informational materials, electronic resources, and front desk communications to ensure students receive current and accurate information.
- Maintains confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and university policies.
- Supports the COALS Advising Standard of Care by providing timely, respectful, equitable, and customer-focused service to all students and visitors.
- Supports the mission and goals of COALS Academic Advising by contributing to a positive student experience and collaborative office culture.
5% Records and Files
- Performs routine filing, scanning, and organization of student and office records.
- Performs data entry, retrieval, and maintenance of advising records and databases while maintaining confidentiality.
- Assists with preparation of reports, correspondence, and routine office documentation.
- Maintains electronic and physical advising resources and records as needed.
20% Duty Title (for the department's use)
- Supports daily advising hub operations through coordination of front desk activities and customer service functions.
- Orders, inventories, and maintains office supplies, advising materials, and reception area resources.
- Maintains an organized, professional, and welcoming advising environment.
- Assists with preparation of orientation sessions, advising events, outreach activities, workshops, and student success initiatives.
- Coordinates incoming and outgoing deliveries and routine office operations.
- Assists advisors and leadership with operational projects that improve student service and office efficiency.
- Participates in staff meetings, relevant trainings, and professional development.
- Maintains working knowledge of university policies, advising procedures, and campus resources necessary to provide effective front-line customer service.
- Contributes to a collaborative team environment by assisting colleagues during peak advising periods and other operational needs.
- Promotes professionalism, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service consistent with the mission and values of COALS Academic Advising.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- High school graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Experience:
- Two years in general office or clerical work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
- Ability to work in a fast pace, high volume environment.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Strong customer service skills and detail-oriented.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Additional Information
Machines and Equipment:
- Computer
- Telephone
Other Requirements and Factors:
- This position is security sensitive.
- This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
- All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
- (If applicable) This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines.
Why Work at Texas A& M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
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.
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Which science and research companies sponsor Green Card visas in Texas?
Major sponsors in Texas include MD Anderson Cancer Center, ExxonMobil, Texas Instruments, and Dell Technologies, alongside research-heavy universities such as UT Austin, Rice University, and Texas A&M. Federal facilities like NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston also employ researchers under sponsorship pathways. Biotech firms concentrated in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, are also active Green Card sponsors.
Which cities in Texas have the most science and research Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads due to the Texas Medical Center, NASA, and energy sector research operations. Austin follows closely, driven by semiconductor and tech-adjacent research employers. Dallas and its suburbs, particularly the Plano-Richardson corridor, concentrate roles in biotech, engineering research, and clinical sciences. San Antonio has a growing biomedical research presence through UT Health and military-affiliated research institutions.
What types of science and research roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Texas?
Roles with a direct requirement for a specific advanced degree field are the most common candidates. These include research scientists, biomedical engineers, computational biologists, materials scientists, geoscientists, and clinical research associates. Positions requiring a Ph.D. or specialized master's degree in a defined discipline are particularly well-suited for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship. Postdoctoral researchers at Texas universities are also frequently sponsored through these pathways.
How do I find science & research Green Card sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type, so you can search for Green Card-sponsored science and research roles in Texas directly without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. This is particularly useful in Texas, where sponsorship availability varies significantly across the energy, biotech, and academic sectors. Migrate Mate lets you narrow by industry and state to surface relevant openings efficiently.
Are there state-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in science and research roles in Texas?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects total compensation calculations employers use when setting prevailing wage benchmarks for PERM labor certifications. Texas also hosts a high concentration of cap-exempt H-1B visa employers, such as universities and nonprofit research institutions, which can create a more accessible path to employment before Green Card sponsorship begins. The strength of the Texas Medical Center and energy research sectors means EB-1A and EB-2 NIW petitions are relatively common for researchers with published work or demonstrated national impact.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card science & research jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.