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This Extension Associate (100% Extension) will serve as the designated food safety associate for the HGIC, and will specialize in coordinating the development, implementation and evaluation of on line programming and marketing for the Food Systems and Safety Team. Other duties as assigned.

75% - Essential - Provide assistance to South Carolina Stakeholders by responding to food safety inquiries received through the HGIC. Designs, develops, implements and evaluates online curriculum for the FSS Team.  Coordinates, designs and evaluates marketing for the FSS Team. Collaborates with the Food Systems and Safety team on food safety Extension programs to enhance delivery.  Develops Extension Publications and other scientific-based materials for Clemson Cooperative Extension. Develops and maintains applied research in consumer food safety and preservation that produces the scholarly requirements of the assigned job title. 
15% - Essential - Collaborates with the Food Systems and Safety (FSS) team to plan and deliver food safety¿focused social media content and marketing initiatives.
5% - Essential - Facilitates communication with, Clemson Cooperative Extension, and the Food Systems and Safety team, and other stakeholders by attending meetings (discipline specific departmental meetings, program team meetings, industry organization meetings and others) when necessary; by answering emails, phones calls and other work-related communications; and working with media specialists to disseminate information and market/publicize Clemson Cooperative Extension and the Food Systems and Safety program team.
5% - Essential - Maintains and submits in a timely manner internal reports (Salesforce) or similar reports and updates/data as requested by the CAFLS Dean, Department Chair, Extension Director, and Food Systems and Safety Program Team Leadership. 

Education - Master's Degree - Food Science/Technology or other related field
Work Experience - Experience with home food preservation. Experience with developing social media content and marketing strategies.  

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.

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)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

Overnight Travel - Overnight travel may be required for Extension trainings and program team meetings

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $44,700 - $58,200
 

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.

Clemson, SC

30 April 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.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

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.