Ag/Animal Assistant II

JOB SUMMARY:
Assist researchers with ongoing projects at Pee Dee REC to include field, greenhouse, and lab responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
15% - Perform laboratory analysis of research samples in an accurate and safe manner.

15% - Perform assigned greenhouse duties such as potting, watering, and measuring in an accurate manner.

20% - Assist with planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting of research plots.

50% - Assist with field and laboratory collection of plant and soil samples/research data in a timely and accurate manner.
JOB CODE:
LA15
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Time-Limited (TLP) Staff
Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.
Preferred Requirements:
XX
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: %
Extends hands or arms in any direction: %
Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: %
Recognize or inspect visually: %
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: %
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): %
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): %
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: %
Walk or move about: %
Stand for Prolonged Period: %
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Chemical hazards: %
Mechanical hazards: %
Noise: %
Wet and/or humid: %
Exposure to dust/fumes: %
Exposure to heat or cold: %
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours:
37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Expected Salary Range
$16.20 - $16.20
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 and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Florence, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
November 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 provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.
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.