Salary: $16.12 Hourly
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 108817
Agency: Clemson University
Opening Date: 04/24/2024
Closing Date: 4/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: LA2000
Position Number:: 108817
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 4
Opening Date: 04/24/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply through the following link:https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=108817&PostingSeq=1
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists Vegetable Weed Control lab with research trials, specifically with IR-4 support trials for Sulfentrazon crop safety studies in peppers. Other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
70% - Non-Essential - Research support:
Assists with set up and maintenance of field experiments with minimal assistance from lab manager and crew. Collects and enters data.
15% - Essential - Administrative support:
Assists with ordering laboratory, greenhouse, field supplies and equipment as needed and assessing inventory of research supplies. Submits paperwork required for ordering.
10% - Essential - Strategic planning:
Follows schedules for activities and projects. Sets priorities in order to avoid backlog. Sets short-term goals to support long-range plans.
5% - Essential - Safety management:
Follows all required safety protocols. Checks lab safety maintenance records. Assists with maintaining up-to-date chemical inventories. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. Work experience in animal care or agricultural research may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Work Exp 1 years
Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Biology or related field
Additional Comments
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:
Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Vibration
Mechanical hazards
Chemical hazards
Burn hazards
Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 28
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Expected Hourly Rate: $16.12
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
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Charleston, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
April 29, 2024
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 upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.