Research Specialist II

JOB SUMMARY: Performs or oversees complex scientific procedures in a clinical or research setting.

JOB DUTIES: 50% - Development of nanoscale measurement techniques for glass surfaces and interfaces. Support laboratory infrastructure through routine alignment, calibration, and maintenance of optical and spectroscopic equipment.

20% - Surface and crossectional preparation of glass materials. Conduct research in materials and glass science, including processing new materials and performing spectroscopic characteristic aligned with ongoing research directions.

15% - Data Analysis and interpretation.

15% - Manuscript writing and presentation. Produce scholarly and technical documentation. Prepare manuscripts, presentations, and other academic products based on scientific work.

JOB CODE: ED60

EMPLOYEE TYPE: Time-Limited (TLP) 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 Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises Student workers only BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 30%
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 50%

WORKING CONDITIONS: Overnight travel: 5%
Chemical hazards: 10%
Mechanical hazards: 15%

WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 15

COMPENSATION INFORMATION: Expected Salary Range 22.50/hr - 22.50/hr 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: Anderson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 18, 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.