Assists Principal Investigator with laboratory, greenhouse and field research. Coordinates and carries out laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments. Ensures policies and procedures are in place and followed. Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
70% - Essential - Research support: Assists with set up and maintenance of postharvest experiments with minimal assistance. Assists with set up and execution of laboratory experiments with minimal assistance. Assists with set up and maintenance of growth chamber and greenhouse experiments with minimal assistance. Collects samples. Collects and enters data. Maintains clean and orderly work areas. Graduate student technical support.
10% - Essential - Strategic planning: Follows schedules for activities and projects. Sets priorities in order to avoid backlog. Sets short-term goals to support long-range plans.
10% - Essential - Administrative support: Assists with ordering laboratory, greenhouse, field supplies and equipment. Submits paperwork required for ordering.
10% - Essential - Safety management: Follows all required safety protocols. Checks lab safety maintenance records. Assists with maintaining up-to-date chemical inventories. Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's degree in animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in biology, plant sciences, food science or related field.
2 years relevant experience. Experience with instruments and techniques is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in biology, plant sciences, food science or related field.
2 years relevant experience. Experience with instruments and techniques is preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to heat or cold Exposure to dust/fumes Wet or humid Noise Vibration Mechanical hazards Chemical hazards Burn hazards Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 37.5; Expected Salary Range ($ 37,900.00 - $ 50,000.00)
JOB LOCATION:
Charleston, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 28, 2023
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.
