Clemson University
Job Summary
The Lab Technologist is a motivated and detail‑oriented individual with laboratory experience who also excels in communication, organization, and customer service. This role requires technical experience and interpersonal skills to contribute to efficient operation, effective teamwork, and excellent client interactions.
Job Duties
50% – Essential: Sample Receiving and Organization Organization and preparation of samples (feed, plant, water, animal waste, compost, soil, and research) by receiving shipments, sorting, logging in, drying, and grinding, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment such as grinders, analytical balances, muffle furnace, and ovens while following best practices for laboratory safety and sample integrity. Disposal of samples.
15% – Essential: Lab/Section Maintenance and Improvements Maintain general laboratory workspaces, glassware, and equipment for cleanliness and serviceability, stock supplies and forms for receiving area, keep area and samples organized, use appropriate safety practices and assist with annual maintenance/improvements of the facility and equipment as needed.
15% – Essential: Sample Preparation Preparing samples for analysis by weighing samples and scooping soil, preparing laboratory reagents and solutions, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment such as analytical balances, shakers, fume hoods while following safety practices and recording sample information and results.
15% – Essential: Other Laboratory Responsibilities Customer service – provide excellent client interactions when accepting samples and payment from walk‑in customers, answer general questions, generate receipts, prepare supply orders for shipping, coordinate with other staff and student workers, assist with administrative and programmatic tasks such as mailing, shipping supplies, making copies, etc.
5% – Essential: Departmental and University Responsibility Complete required university and safety trainings, use university‑mandated applications for timekeeping, travel requests, attend required division‑wide events and trainings.
Minimum Requirements
High School or Equivalent with extensive work experience in a laboratory setting
Associate's Degree or equivalent technical training in Chemistry, Biology or related Physical or Natural Sciences discipline
2+ years in a laboratory environment or production setting
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Physical/Natural Sciences discipline
5+ years in a laboratory setting; experience in an agriculture‑related field and team environment is preferred
Job Knowledge Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
Physical Requirements
Stand for prolonged period
Sit in a stationary position for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.
Ascend or descend stairs, ladder
Position self to accomplish task (stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extend hands or arms in any direction
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
Working Conditions
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid environment
Noise
Vibration
Mechanical hazards
Chemical hazards
Work Schedule Standard Hours: 37.5
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range: $33,339.00 - $42,000.00
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline Apply by January 2, 2026
Military and Veteran Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. South Carolina gives priority to veterans for employment in state agencies and institutions. To claim veteran preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu.
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.
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Job Duties
50% – Essential: Sample Receiving and Organization Organization and preparation of samples (feed, plant, water, animal waste, compost, soil, and research) by receiving shipments, sorting, logging in, drying, and grinding, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment such as grinders, analytical balances, muffle furnace, and ovens while following best practices for laboratory safety and sample integrity. Disposal of samples.
15% – Essential: Lab/Section Maintenance and Improvements Maintain general laboratory workspaces, glassware, and equipment for cleanliness and serviceability, stock supplies and forms for receiving area, keep area and samples organized, use appropriate safety practices and assist with annual maintenance/improvements of the facility and equipment as needed.
15% – Essential: Sample Preparation Preparing samples for analysis by weighing samples and scooping soil, preparing laboratory reagents and solutions, following detailed procedures, and operating equipment such as analytical balances, shakers, fume hoods while following safety practices and recording sample information and results.
15% – Essential: Other Laboratory Responsibilities Customer service – provide excellent client interactions when accepting samples and payment from walk‑in customers, answer general questions, generate receipts, prepare supply orders for shipping, coordinate with other staff and student workers, assist with administrative and programmatic tasks such as mailing, shipping supplies, making copies, etc.
5% – Essential: Departmental and University Responsibility Complete required university and safety trainings, use university‑mandated applications for timekeeping, travel requests, attend required division‑wide events and trainings.
Minimum Requirements
High School or Equivalent with extensive work experience in a laboratory setting
Associate's Degree or equivalent technical training in Chemistry, Biology or related Physical or Natural Sciences discipline
2+ years in a laboratory environment or production setting
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Physical/Natural Sciences discipline
5+ years in a laboratory setting; experience in an agriculture‑related field and team environment is preferred
Job Knowledge Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
Physical Requirements
Stand for prolonged period
Sit in a stationary position for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.
Ascend or descend stairs, ladder
Position self to accomplish task (stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extend hands or arms in any direction
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
Working Conditions
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid environment
Noise
Vibration
Mechanical hazards
Chemical hazards
Work Schedule Standard Hours: 37.5
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range: $33,339.00 - $42,000.00
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline Apply by January 2, 2026
Military and Veteran Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. South Carolina gives priority to veterans for employment in state agencies and institutions. To claim veteran preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu.
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.
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