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In support to the forage-livestock systems program, Dr. Liliane Silva seeks highly motivated, communicative, eager to learn and organized candidates for a Forages Technician position to work under her program. The Forages Technician will support, assist and manage forage and soil data collection, processing, preparation and laboratory analysis. The individual will also support facility and experimental areas planting, maintenance, and infrastructure development (e.g., temporary fence building for studies), data entry and assist with organization of educational activities developed under the forage-livestock program. This individual will be in charge of supervision of laboratory procedures, laboratory orders and organization, manage and plan the activities in the laboratory and support graduate students and research scholars training and sample analysis. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for facility and equipment training, routine maintenance and upkeeping. Other duties as assigned.

35% - Essential - Assist and support forage-livestock research projects: Support and assist with soil and forage sample collection, processing, preparation, and laboratory analysis. Activities will include, but are not limited to harvest forage samples, taking soil samples, taking additional forage, animal performance and soil-related measurements, weighing and grinding samples and sample preparation for analysis, data entry, and collecting additional samples (e.g., manure) and data as required. Support and assist the work conducted by the supervisor, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at the research station and on-farm research sites.
35% - Essential - Manage the laboratory: This includes managing the general laboratory schedule and organization, training and supporting students with conducting laboratory analyses, writing reports and summarizing data. Manages the laboratory storage and supply inventory, as well as the overall activities and scheduling for the EREC forages laboratory. Responsible for tracking inventory and inputting information on Bioraft. Communicated issues and maintenance needs for the forages laboratory and interacts with maintenance technicians to ensure proper equipment function. Oversees and communicates storage, maintenance, and product needs. Acquires proper training to utilize basic and specific forage laboratory and field research equipment and provides leadership to their utilization and adheres to the maintenance schedules and provide leadership on proper use, maintenance, transportation, storage, and guarantees the proper functioning of equipment under the forage-livestock program. Transports equipment to off-site research locations when necessary to conduct research projects. Additional duties may be assigned.
15% - Essential - Land preparation and assigned duties to plant, cultivate and harvest crops utilized as feed for livestock.  Build, repair and provide maintenance for permanent or temporary electric fencing utilized on research areas for research projects. Performs routine health checks and monitors status, supports care, and handles livestock under research projects under the forage-livestock systems program. Acquires the proper training and adheres to the established IACUC guidelines and requirements for the use of livestock in research projects to guarantee adequate work development and data collection. Thus, acquires training for pesticide application for herbicide application and any other required training as assigned by supervisor. Support and assist the work conducted by the supervisor, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at the research station and on-farm research sites.
10% - Essential - Facility and equipment routine cleanness and maintenance: repairs, clean shared spaces routinely and provide regular basic maintenance and proper organization to equipment (e.g., nitrogen analyzer, harvester, etc), facilities (e.g., field lab, clean lab). Organizes and maintains storage of forage and soil samples properly, and shares spaces for sample analysis.
Oversees and conducts routine checks of experimental area infrastructure (e.g., fencing) as needed. Additional duties may be assigned.
5% - Essential - Support for data collection and educational activities: supports and collects data, data entry and processing responsibilities, as directed by project leader (s). Assist with the organization of workshops and educational activities. Provides proper communication with supervisor and others and works with supervisor, postdocs, graduate students and others who may be developing research under the forage-livestock systems program. Additional duties may be assigned.

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. Work experience in animal care or agricultural research may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Work Experience - 1+ years experience in agricultural systems, laboratory analysis, data collection and analysis, and sample processing. 

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Sciences, Animal Sciences or related disciplines.
Work Experience - 2+ years relevant experience with forage laboratory equipment and analysis, instruments and techniques. Experience with data collection, research trials and sampling, animal handling and working in teams.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

Field work required for this position is physically demanding and may require carrying an analyzer up to 50 pounds in agricultural fields in hot, humid conditions.

Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Noise
Vibration
Mechanical Hazards
Chemical hazards
Electrical hazards
Burn hazards

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $37, 200 - $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.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Barnwell, SC

April 22, 2026

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.
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