Laboratory Assistant (Part Time) Department of Biological Sciences

$25,501 - $31,200/Yr

State of South Carolina

Part-time - Entry Level

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Laboratory Assistant position at Clemson University is a part-time role focused on managing day-to-day laboratory activities and performing molecular biology experiments in a BSL-2 setting. The role involves working with Aspergillus fumigatus and requires a combination of technical skills and laboratory management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lab for day-to-day activities.
• Perform molecular biology experiments with Aspergillus fumigatus in a BSL-2 setting.
• Culturing the fungal organism, manipulation of DNA, and PCR.
• Maintain lab supplies and perform ordering as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with work experience in a related health care or laboratory setting.
• 12 semester hours of academic training in biology and/or chemistry.
• Registration as a Certified Laboratory Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent registry.
• Successful completion of a formal program of instruction for laboratory assistants.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or Biochemistry.
• 1+ years of related work experience.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Veteran Preference for employment in state agencies and institutions.