Research Assistant

Research Assistant Full Time

JR-10068

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of manual or semiskilled farming tasks according to the specific instructions of research workers.

JOB DUTIES

25% - Measure colony diameters on fungicide amended media 25% - Clean dishes and restock supplies 25% - Transfer mycelial plugs to test media 25% - provide students and staff with media in petri dishes used to grow and test fungal isolates 25% - provide students and staff with media in petri dishes used to grow and test fungal isolates 25% - Transfer mycelial plugs to test media 25% - Clean dishes and restock supplies 25% - Measure colony diameters on fungicide amended media

JOB CODE

LA05

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff Minimum Requirements There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this class. Preferred Requirements XX

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fiscal Responsibilities: Fiscal responsibilities for the department's budget, including but not limited to, financial planning and managing fund allocation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Extends hands or arms in any direction: 5% Walk or move about: 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS

Chemical hazards: 25%

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $24,000.00 - $30,000.00 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

August 7, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clemson University