Summer Research Assistant

Job Description

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:

Summer employment to assist researchers with ongoing projects at Edisto REC to include field, greenhouse, and lab responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

• 35% – Essential – Perform laboratory analysis of research samples in an accurate and safe manner.
• 35% – Essential – Assist with data collection of crops in field and greenhouses.
• 30% – Essential – Assist with planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting of research plots.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education – None

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education – High School or Equivalent – Some agriculture experience preferred.

Licenses – Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

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
• Walk or move about
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
• 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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to heat or cold
• Wet or humid
• Noise
• Vibration

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

Compensation Information

Anticipated Hourly Rate: up to $12/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:

Charleston, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

April 30, 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 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.