Lab Assistant; Part Time; Department of Biological Sciences

JOB SUMMARY

Performs routine technical tasks and simple laboratory procedures to support the work of technical and professional laboratory staff.

• 40% - Participate in general lab maintenance, including but not limited to: media preparation, maintenance and optimization of lab protocols, and other general lab tasks
• 60% - Independently conduct and coordinate laboratory experiments, including but not limited to: anaerobic microbial isolation, microbiological assays, media preparation, molecular methods (DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing), participation in lab meetings, maintenance of an up-to-date lab notebook, entering data, prepare / analyze / present data (such as at lab meetings, conferences, or for manuscripts)

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Temporary (TMP) Staff (Fixed Term)

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.

JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

Supervises Student workers only

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

• Stand for Prolonged Period: 20%
• Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 20%
• Walk or move about: 20%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 50%
• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 5%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 5%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 75%
• Recognize or inspect visually: 100%
• Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 5%
• Extends hands or arms in any direction: 75%
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 95%

• Exposure to heat or cold: 10%
• Exposure to dust/fumes: 5%
• Noise: 25%
• Vibration: 5%
• Mechanical hazards: 10%
• Chemical hazards: 50%
• Burn hazards: 5%
• Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 75%

Standard

Hours:

15

Expected Salary Range 15.05 - 15.05 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 and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

September 28, 2026

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.

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.