Climate Smart Lab 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

To assist in soil chemistry lab to run various lab assays. Conduct data analysis, prepare reports, write grant proposals and publications. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

• 50% - Essential - Collect, process, and analyze soil, seed, and plant biomass samples for various nutrient analyses. Additional soil health analyses will be carried on soil samples.
• 20% - Essential - Assist in field campaigns and accurately collect, record and maintain data from experiments. Establish, maintain, and harvest field plots. Take pictures and recording videos from the field plots.
• 10% - Essential - Assist in the set up for extension/research workshops and meetings, field days, and other field events.
• 10% - Essential - Maintains and calibrates instrument and equipment to ensure that it is in good operating condition. Keeps work areas clean, safe, and productive. Assist in organizing, maintaining clean and field labs.
• 10% - Essential - Assist undergraduate and graduate students and field staff in their tasks/activities. Other duties as deemed necessary to support Nutrient Management Program.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education - Bachelors Degree - related field and work experience directly related to the assigned research area; or a high school diploma and advanced journey-level work experience in a clinical or research setting.

Work Experience - 1+ years Highly motivated individual with good oral and written communication skills and strong interest in lab and data analysis. Work independently and in a team setting. Attention to detail and pro-active.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Education - Masters Degree - Agronomy/Horticulture or other ag-related field

Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

Work Experience - 2+ years in field or lab related soil fertility

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the departments budget

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 35% - Stand for prolonged period
• 25% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
• 5% - Walk or move about
• 10% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
• 5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
• 5% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
• 5% - Recognize or inspect visually
• 5% - Move, transport, raise or lower
• 5% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 50% - Exposure to heat or cold
• 10% - Exposure to dust/fumes
• 15% - Wet or humid
• 5% - Noise
• 5% - Vibration
• 5% - Mechanical hazards
• 5% - Chemical hazards
• 5% - Electrical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $45,300 - $55,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidates previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemsons 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

Barnwell, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

March 30, 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 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 jobs 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 EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.