Research Associate - Pee Dee Rec, Florence, Sc

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent of this position will carry out research in molecular breeding and biotechnology to enhance the productivity and nutritional quality and safety of the primary South Carolina crops. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

60% - Essential - Experiments: Plans, develops, conducts and synthesizes independent field and laboratory research.
Individual's ability to think through the process, i.e., his/her ability to layout the whole scheme and perform stepwise experiments to achieve the desired objectives of the research project.
10% - Essential - Greenhouse, Field Work, and Data Management: Assists in sowing, harvesting, and data collection. Performs data entry and statistical analyses of data collection. Creates computer graphics. Develops and maintains web pages for laboratory and research projects.
Employee's ability to record, analyze, and present data.
10% - Essential - Training: Trains interns, volunteers, visitors, undergraduate and graduate students in lab techniques and lab safety.
Individual's ability to receive training and communicate requirements to laboratory incumbents and assure the proper use of equipment and reagents under the confines of safety regulations.
10% - Essential - Lab Equipment and Supply Maintenance: Maintains lab equipment. Orders and manages payment for supplies. Compares pricing and selects best value. Researches new technology to enhance lab efficiency.
Individual's ability to keep an inventory of reagents and supplies, and maintain the functionality of laboratory by managing supply stock and keeping all equipment up and running.
10% - Essential - Presentations and publications: Writes publications and grant proposals, presents research papers at professional meetings and communicates with national and international colleagues.
Individual's ability to synthesize results and report them in a presentable format.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - 1st Master's Degree - Plant sciences, genetics, biochemistry, food science, biomedicine, or allied fields.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use 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:

20% - Stand for prolonged period
20% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
10% - Walk or move about
40% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

10% - Exposure to heat or cold
10% - Exposure to dust/fumes
10% - Wet or humid
10% - Chemical hazards
5% - Burn hazards
10% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $42,800 - $50,000

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:

Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

June 4, 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 hrjob@clemson.edu 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.