<p>WELCOME TO CLEMSON!</p> <p>Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>So,... are you ready?</p> <p>JOB SUMMARY:</p> <p>The Lab Technologist is a motivated and detail-oriented individual with laboratory experience who also excels in communication, organization, and customer service. This role requires technical experience and interpersonal skills to contribute to efficient operation, effective teamwork, and excellent client interactions. The position involves the receiving, organizing, and logging of >50k samples annually in preparation for drying and grinding. The Lab Tech also assists in equipment maintenance, labware cleaning, and site organization. These critical sample handling and maintenance roles contribute to the overall laboratory goals of serving the agricultural community of SC. The Lab Tech assists with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.</p> <p>JOB DUTIES:</p> <p>50% - Essential - Sample Receiving and Organization:</p> <p>Organization and preparation of samples (feed, plant, water, animal waste, compost, soil, and research) by receiving shipments, sorting, logging in, drying, and grinding, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment, i.e., grinders, analytical balances, muffle furnace, and ovens, while following best practices for laboratory safety and sample integrity. Disposal of samples.</p> <p>15% - Essential - Lab/Section Maintenance and Improvements:</p> <p>Maintain general laboratory workspaces, glassware, and equipment for cleanliness and serviceability, including stocking supplies and forms for receiving area, maintaining organization</p> <p>of area and samples. Use appropriate laboratory safety practices and procedures in all activities. Assists with annual maintenance/improvements of facility. Assists lab manager with maintenance on equipment as needed.</p> <p>15% - Essential - Sample Preparation:</p> <p>Preparing samples for analysis by weighing samples and scooping soil and preparing laboratory reagents and solutions, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment,</p> <p>i.e., analytical balances, shakers, fume hoods, while following best practices for laboratory safety and sample integrity. Recording sample information and results for reporting purposes.</p> <p>15% - Essential - Other Laboratory Responsibilities:</p> <p>Customer Service - Provide excellent client interactions when accepting samples and payment from walk-in customers and answering general questions from customers. Resourcefulness to find answers for customers. Generate receipts for payments.</p> <p>Other Duties - Prepare supply orders for shipping. Coordinate with other laboratory staff and student workers to complete sample preparation and related tasks. Assist with administrative and programmatic tasks, for example, sending mail, shipping supplies, making copies, etc. Other duties as assigned.</p> <p>5% - Essential - Departmental and University Responsibility:</p> <p>Complete required university and safety trainings in a timely fashion. Effectively use university mandated applications for timekeeping, travel requests, and other computing</p> <p>systems. Attend required Division-wide events and trainings.</p> <p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Education - High School or Equivalent with extensive work experience in a laboratory setting</p> <p>Education - Associate's Degree or equivalent technical training in Chemistry, Biology or related Physical or Natural Sciences discipline</p> <p>Work Experience 2+ years in a laboratory environment or production setting</p> <p>PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Education - Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Physical/Natural Sciences discipline</p> <p>Work Experience 5+ years in a laboratory setting; experience in an agriculture-related field and team environment is preferred</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>JOB KNOWLEDGE</p> <p>Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations</p> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.</p> <p>BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.</p> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Stand for prolonged period</p> <p>Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period</p> <p>Walk or move about</p> <p>Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.</p> <p>Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)</p> <p>Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)</p> <p>Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself</p> <p>Recognize or inspect visually</p> <p>Move, transport, raise or lower</p> <p>Extends hands or arms in any direction</p> <p>Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors</p> <p>Perceive, observe, clarity of vision</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <p>Exposure to dust/fumes</p> <p>Wet or humid</p> <p>Noise</p> <p>Vibration</p> <p>Mechanical hazards</p> <p>Chemical hazards</p> <p>WORK SCHEDULE:</p> <p>Standard Hours: 37.5</p> <p>COMPENSATION INFORMATION</p> <p>Expected Salary Range: $ 33,339.00 - $ 42,000.00</p> <p>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.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL</p> <p>Normal Operations</p> <p>Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.</p> <p>JOB LOCATION:</p> <p>Clemson, SC</p> <p>APPLICATION DEADLINE:</p> <p>Apply by January 2, 2026</p> <p>MILITARY AND VETERAN:</p> <p>MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:</p> <p>Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.</p> <p>VETERAN PREFERENCE:</p> <p>South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.</p> <p>CLOSING STATEMENT:</p> <p>Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. 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