Laboratory Assistant (Part Time) - Department of Biological Sciences

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

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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?

Participate in a research program in an academic research laboratory. Duties include performing experiments, interpreting data, troubleshooting and participating in laboratory discussions. Duties will also include basic laboratory maintenance activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

65% - Essential - To participate in laboratory research projects. This includes performing experiments, collecting and curating accurate data suitable for inclusion in peer-reviewed journal submissions, conference proceedings, or grant submissions. The candidate will also attend regular research meetings with the supervisor to discuss experiments and progress on projects.

25% - Essential - To participate in general laboratory maintenance activities including but not limited to managing inventory, ordering supplies, testing safety showers and eye wash stations, sterilizing laboratory consumables, making media and buffers, and disposing biohazardous waste

10% - Essential - Assist with Publications/Presentations: To assist with the submission of peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and grant proposals. This will be limited to the development of figures summarizing experimental data and providing editorial commentary on laboratory writing projects.

Education - A high school diploma and work experience in a related health care setting or in a clinical or research laboratory setting; or 12 semester hours of academic training in biology and/or chemistry; or registration as a Certified Laboratory Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or an equivalent registry; or successful completion of a formal program of instruction for laboratory assistants at a hospital or academic institution.

Work Experience 0+ years

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Life Sciences related major

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.

No Physical Requirements

No Work Conditions

Standard Hours: 15 per week

Approximate dates of this temporary assignment: May 11 - July 31, 2026

Anticipated Salary Range: $14.76 - $15.00/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.

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

April 20, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

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.

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.