Research Specialist

Job Summary The Research Associate will conduct research in sustainable crop production, assist in the ongoing research projects in the Narayanan lab, supervise students, manage field research, and participate in outreach and result dissemination activities. Other duties as assigned. Job Duties 25% - Conduct/coordinate/participate in outreach and result dissemination activities related to current projects. 25% - Supervise graduate and undergraduate students in the Narayanan lab and field research. 25% - Help manage field research related to current projects. 25% - Conduct/coordinate/participate in sustainable crop production research related to current projects. Job Code ED60 Employee Type Temporary Grant (TGP) Staff Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree in a related field and work experience directly related to the assigned research area; or a high school diploma and advanced journey-level work experience in a clinical or research setting. Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises Student workers only Budgetary Responsibilities No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. Physical Requirements Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 25% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 5% Working Conditions None: % Work Schedule Standard Hours: 37.5 Compensation Information Expected Salary Range $45,000 - $50,000 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: Clemson, SC Application Deadline September 21, 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.