Agriculture Assistant II

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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:

Assist researchers with ongoing projects at Pee Dee REC to include field, greenhouse, and lab responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Assist with field and laboratory collection of plant and soil samples/research data in a timely and accurate manner.

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

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

15% - Essential - Perform laboratory analysis of research samples in an accurate and safe manner.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent - 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:

Education - Associate's Degree - Agriculture, Biology, Ecology

Work Experience - 1+ years past farm-work or work in research settings (field or laboratory)

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

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

Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

This position requires the incumbent to spend significant amounts of time walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, etc. in the field to collect plant and soil samples.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold

Exposure to dust/fumes

Wet or humid

Noise

Vibration

Mechanical hazards

Chemical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard

Hours:

40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $13.50 - $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 directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Florence, SC

Final date to receive applications:

31 March, 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 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.

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