Research Assistant

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC is seeking a Research Assistant to support lab tasks and assist research staff. This full-time role involves handling media, preparing cultures, and assisting with routine lab operations under supervision.

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this class; candidates should be ready to perform standard lab tasks and maintain clean, organized work areas in a busy research environment.

Qualifications

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this class.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

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 [e-mail] 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.