Drosophila Research Technician - Institute for Human Genetics, Greenwood SC

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 [email protected] 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.