Job Description
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 research assistant will support qualitative and quantitative research data management, cleaning, analysis, write-up and presentation/dissemination as well as other duties as assigned. JOB DUTIES: 50% - Essential - Transcription of audio recordings: Transcribes audio in detail. 40% - Essential - Data management and cleaning: Searches relevant databases for data scoping, data extraction, synthesis and integrating with collected survey data every quarter; extracts and incorporates data into master individual data file periodically. 10% - Essential - Data analysis and presentation: Analyzes data and presents data. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education - High School or Equivalent PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree RESPONSIBILITIES 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. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 30% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 100% - Recognize or inspect visually WORKING CONDITIONS: 0% - WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hrs: 10; Monday-Friday COMPENSATION INFORMATION Band: G07 (expected range: $ 18.90/hour to $20.00/hour) 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 JOB LOCATION: Clemson, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 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 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.