Job Details
Drosophila Research Technician - Institute for Human Genetics, Greenwood SC
Full Time
JR-10619
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is for a Drosophila Research Technician to support the NIDA research project at the Institute for Human Genetics.
JOB DUTIES:
60% - Perform behavioral phenotypic analysis on Drosophila at different ages under standard culture conditions.
40% - Assist staff scientists, postdoctoral researchers and graduate students as time allows. This will entail maintaining Drosophila stocks, collecting samples for next generation sequencing, and performing phenotypic assays
JOB CODE:
ED55
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Temporary Grant (TGP) Staff
Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and work experience in a clinical or research setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Stand for Prolonged Period: 10%
- Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 20%
- Extends hands or arms in any direction: 20%
- Recognize or inspect visually: 15%
- Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 15%
- Walk or move about: 10%
- Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 10%
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Chemical hazards: 5%
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Expected Salary Range
37200 - 42457
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:
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:
Greenwood, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
August 28, 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.
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