Lab Technician Position Available In Pickens, South Carolina

Lab Technician 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Clemson, SC

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

Responsible for conducting experiments which includes plant care, conducting experiments, which includes set-up, provision of treatments and data collection. Will assist other lab personnel and grad students with their experiments and other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

60%

• Essential
• Implementation of experimental plans (provide experimental treatments, collect data, process data) 30%
• Essential
• Assist other lab personnel with their research projects 10%
• Essential
• Plant care, including watering, fertilization, planting and harvesting

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School or Equivalent
• Clinical or research laboratory setting, in a health care setting or in a general maintenance or machine shop environment.

A bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline may be substituted for the required work experience.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Horticulture

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

50%

• Stand for prolonged period 75%
• Walk or move about 20%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 25%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 100%
• Recognize or inspect visually 100%
• Extends hands or arms in any direction 5%
• Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors

WORKING CONDITIONS

50%

• Exposure to heat or cold 50%
• Wet or humid 25%
• Mechanical hazards 25%
• Chemical hazards 25%
• Electrical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

28 COMPENSATION

INFORMATION

Anticipated Hourly Rate:

$15.00/hour 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 directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

June 24, 2025 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 EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.