Research Associate - Water Management

Clemson University

Clemson, SC, USA 🇺🇸

  • Job ID: 109652
  • Location: REC/Pee Dee
  • Job Code: UG8300
  • Full/Part Time: Full-Time
  • Regular/Temporary: Temporary

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:

The position will provide key precision agriculture and remote sensing expertise to support cooperative research between Clemson University and USDA-ARS to improve water management strategies in southeast USA cropping systems that include corn, soybean, cotton, and winter cover crops. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

65% – Essential – Experiments:  Collects, processes, and analyzes soil water availability, crop water use, and other measures of plant health in independent field and laboratory research.

15% – Essential – Greenhouse, Field Work, and Data Management:  Assists in data collection.  Performs data entry and statistical analyses of data collection.  Creates computer graphics.  Develops and maintains web pages for laboratory and research.

10% – Essential – Research Equipment and Supply Maintenance:  Maintains  research equipment. Orders and manages supplies.  Researches new technology to enhance lab efficiency.

5% – Essential – Training:  Trains interns, volunteers, visitors, undergraduate and graduate students in lab techniques and lab safety.

5% – Essential – Presentations and publications:  Writes publications and presents research papers at professional meetings and communicates with national and international colleagues.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education – Master’s Degree – Crop Science, Soil Science, and/or related fields
Work Experience – 2+ years crop science, precision agriculture, remote sensing, water management, or related fields

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education –  1st Doctoral / Professional Degree – Crop Science, Soil Science, and/or related fields
Work Experience – 3+ years precision agriculture

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge – Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead – Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities – No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  20% – Stand for prolonged period
  30% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  10% – Walk or move about
  10% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  30% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  10% – Exposure to heat or cold
  20% – Exposure to dust/fumes
  15% – Wet or humid
  15% – Noise
  20% – Mechanical hazards
  15% – Chemical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $46,700 – $80,000

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

Essential Level 1 employee

Required to respond during an emergency closure or modified operations in order to provide the University’s initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

Pee Dee REC, Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 5, 2025

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.

3 days remaining

Apply by 5 May, 2025

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DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development