Freshwater Research Technician

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JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent will assist a graduate student with freshwater fisheries investigations in the United States Virgin Islands. The incumbent will travel to the US Virgin Islands and remain there for three months until field work is completed. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

75% - Essential: Conducting freshwater fisheries surveys. Duties include backpack electrofishing, seining, and other forms of fish/insect capture. Surveys include measuring instream habitat and water quality.

20% - Essential: Data entry.

5% - Essential: Other duties as need. Examples include planning field sampling, coordinating with agency collaborators, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School or Equivalent

• Work experience in a clinical or research setting.

Work Experience: 6+ months years field experience in fisheries, aquatic sciences, or other natural resources field.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education: 1st Bachelor's Degree

• Fisheries science, aquatic science, natural resources, biology, or related degrees

Work Experience: 2+ years of field experience

Certifications: Electrofishing, boating, or other related trainings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

95% - Stand for prolonged period

95%

• Walk or move about

95% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

95% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

95% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

95% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

95% - Recognize or inspect visually

95% - Move, transport, raise or lower

95% - Extends hands or arms in any direction

95% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors

95% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

95% - Exposure to heat or cold

95% - Exposure to dust/fumes

95%

• Wet or humid

95%

• Noise

95% - Vibration

95% - Chemical hazards

95% - Electrical hazards

95% - Overnight Travel

95% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 28

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Hourly Rate: $20.00

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 directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 10, 2024

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 is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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