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
September 2, 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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