Laboratory Aide

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs routine non-technical tasks to support the work of technical and professional laboratory staff. The Laboratory Aide will help a postdoc and graduate students perform experiments for water and wastewater treatment processes, measure water quality, maintain and upkeep the lab space, and other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

30% - Assist Postdoc and graduate students in setting up and performing experiments on water treatment processes and wastewater treatment processes.

30% - Maintain order and cleanliness of laboratory space, wash dishes, organize glassware, etc.

30% - Measure water quality parameters such as chemical oxygen demand (COD), total solids, suspended solids, volatile fatty acids, etc.

10% - Other duties as assigned.

JOB CODE:

ED17

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Temporary Grant (TGP) Staff

Minimum Requirements:

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this class.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand for Prolonged Period: 20% Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100% Recognize or inspect visually: 80% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 100% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 50% Walk or move about: 100%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mechanical hazards: 40% Chemical hazards: 80% Electrical hazards: 20%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

15

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range $13/hr - $13/hrSalary 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 and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Anderson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

November 20, 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 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. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.

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.