Ag/Animal Assistant II

Clemson University; Florence (SC); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Clemson University's Pee Dee REC in Florence, SC, seeks a detail-oriented staff member to assist researchers across field, greenhouse, and lab activities. The role supports ongoing projects, performing lab analyses, and helping with planting, fertilizing, and sample collection.

A high school diploma with experience in agricultural research or animal care is required; flexibility to handle varied duties and strong safety mindset are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree substitution allowed for related fields.

Responsabilidades

• Perform laboratory analysis of research samples.
• Conduct greenhouse duties such as potting and watering.
• Assist with planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting.
• Assist with field and laboratory collection of plant and soil samples and data.

Descripción del empleo

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist researchers with ongoing projects at Pee Dee REC to include field, greenhouse, and lab responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

• 15% - Perform laboratory analysis of research samples in an accurate and safe manner.
• 15% - Perform assigned greenhouse duties such as potting, watering, and measuring in an accurate manner.
• 20% - Assist with planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting of research plots.
• 50% - Assist with field and laboratory collection of plant and soil samples/research data in a timely and accurate manner.

JOB CODE:

LA15

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Requirements:

XX

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

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

SUPERVISIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: %Extends hands or arms in any direction: %Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: %Recognize or inspect visually: %Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: %Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): %Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): %Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: %Walk or move about: %Stand for Prolonged Period: %

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Chemical hazards: %Mechanical hazards: %Noise: %Wet and/or humid: %Exposure to dust/fumes: %Exposure to heat or cold: %

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

$16.20 - $16.20

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:

Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

November 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 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.

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.