Lab Aide

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.So,... are you ready?JOB SUMMARY:Lab aide will assist in preparing and analyzing samples examining radionuclide partitioning in waste treatment systems. This project will specifically examine partitioning of actinides in nuclear legacy waste streams from the Hanford Reservation and SRS.JOB DUTIES:50% - Non-Essential - Prepare samples for batch sorption testing of radionuclide uptake. This will involve weighing out samples for uptake testing, preparing stock solutions, and working solutions.25% - Non-Essential - Spectroscopic and microscopic evaluation of samples. Samples prepared for batch testing will be taken for electron microscopy, Raman, and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy to examine chemical speciation.25% - Non-Essential - Data processing and analysis. Data collected from laboratory efforts will be placed into a database for modeling and analysis.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education - NonePREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree - GeologyWork Experience - 1+ yearsResponsibilitiesJOB KNOWLEDGEFundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situationsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNo Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.Budgetary ResponsibilitiesNo Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Walk or move aboutWORKING CONDITIONS:50% - Chemical hazards50% - Radiant energy hazardsWORK SCHEDULE:Standard Hours: 28Compensation InformationHourly pay rate: $15 per hourSalary 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 LevelNormal OperationsRequired to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.JOB LOCATION:Anderson, SCAPPLICATION DEADLINE:May 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EST)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 is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.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.