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.

• 50% - Assist with field and laboratory collection of plant and soil samples/research data in a timely and accurate manner.
• 20% - Assist with planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting of research plots.
• 15% - Perform assigned greenhouse duties such as potting, watering, and measuring in an accurate manner.
• 15% - Perform laboratory analysis of research samples in an accurate and safe manner.

LA15

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

• 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.

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

Not responsible for supervising employees.

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

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• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): %
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• Recognize or inspect visually: %
• Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: %
• Extends hands or arms in any direction: %
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: %

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Standard

Hours:

40

Expected Salary Range $13 per hour - $16.20 per 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 and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

Florence, SC

October 18, 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.