Research Technician

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to support agricultural research, Official Variety Trials and the SC Crop Improvement by installing research plots, OVT trials and assisting in the production and conditioning of Foundation Seed. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

25% - Essential: Installing and harvesting research plots and demonstration plots at various locations and cooperating with personnel at those locations during such operations.

25% - Essential: Using appropriate computer programs for labeling, packaging, taking field notes, keeping records of field operations and arranging seedlots for seeding and storage, preparing field notebooks, field diagrams, and plot labels to insure proper identification and location of experiments and accuracy of field plot data.

20% - Essential: Operation, routine maintenance, repair and calibration of research-oriented specialty equipment and traditional agricultural equipment and facilities. Development of specialized research equipment items as needed.

20% - Essential: Inspection of all experimental plots and demonstrations to determine the need for cultivation, pest control, weed control and other cultural practices and initiates Implementation of needed practices.

10% - Essential: Assist in the planting, tending, harvesting, transporting, cleaning and packaging of crop seed produced for the South Carolina Crop Improvement Association.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree- Animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. Work experience in animal care or agricultural research may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Work Experience: 0+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree- Agronomy, or related field.

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:

Stand for prolonged period

Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

Walk or move about

Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold

Exposure to dust/fumes

Wet or humid

Noise

Vibration

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary:$36,800 - $41,000

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

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 17, 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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