Job Description

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

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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:

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Assist in the operation of Organic Chemistry / General Chemistry stockroom and labs. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

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40% - Essential - Assists in organizing and scheduling lab equipment for lab periods for different chemistry lab courses. Prepares and/or supervises preparation of reagents for approx. 1500 students per week in Fall and 1300 in Spring. Helps with ordering chemical supplies and equipment as needed. Maintains chemical inventory for respective teaching labs. Keeps all work areas clean and free of chemical spills.



30% - Essential - Assists in supervising the work of several work study students and collaborating with graduate teaching assistants each semester. Helps with orientation and enforcement of safety and dress codes in the labs. Assists in managing the Organic/General Chemistry stockroom and labs on a daily basis. Responsible for ensuring that labs are left in conditions for teaching and locking up respective teaching labs each night after labs end.



15% - Essential - Supervises maintenance and operation of teaching lab equipment including NMR, FTIR and UV/Vis spectrometers, stirring hot plates, balances, UV lamps, and drying ovens. Reports needed maintenance requests to building manager.



10% - Essential - Collects hazardous waste in all labs and supervises disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations. Regularly flushes safety eyewashes and showers in teaching labs year-round.



5% - Essential - Develops and maintains material for personnel training

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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Education - High School or Equivalent. Journey-level technical experience in a related laboratory setting.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

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Education - Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or a scientific discipline.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only



BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Stand/sit 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


Extend hands or arms in any direction


Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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Exposure to dust/fumes


Chemical hazards


Wet and or humid


Noise

WORK SCHEDULE:

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Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

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Anticipated Salary Range: $37,500 - $42,967.50



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

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Normal Operations



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

JOB LOCATION:

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Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

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December 1, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

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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:

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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.