Spotted Lanternfly Field & Lab Research Technician

CLEMU Clemson University; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University seeks a Time-Limited staff member to assist researchers in field work, basic chemical evaluations, seasonal observations, and routine molecular sample processing related to spotted lanternfly. Responsibilities span equipment prep, data entry, lab sample handling, and field monitoring across multiple sites.

Requires a high school diploma with agriculture-related experience; an associate degree may substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care.
• An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.
• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Equipment preparation and support for routine greenhouse or lab tasks.
• Data entry and recordkeeping for field and lab data.
• Laboratory sample processing including DNA extraction prep and PCR setup assistance.
• Chemical evaluation and observations including lampshade trap evaluations.
• Field monitoring and sample collection across multiple sites.

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in animal health technology or related agriculture

Job description

Clemson University seeks a Time-Limited staff member to assist researchers in field work, basic chemical evaluations, seasonal observations, and routine molecular sample processing related to spotted lanternfly. Responsibilities span equipment prep, data entry, lab sample handling, and field monitoring across multiple sites.

Requires a high school diploma with agriculture-related experience; an associate degree may substitute for experience.