Hourly Research Analyst

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Research Analyst at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) will conduct experiments on contamination in soils and water for projects led by the CNR and assist the Director of the CNR in implementation.

This hourly position involves laboratory and field investigations into emerging pollutants in water and sediment, with weekly progress reports to Dr. Boufadel, and other duties as assigned by the Center Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in laboratory and field work related to soil and water contamination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments on contamination in soils and water.
• Laboratory and field investigations into pollutants in water and sediment.
• Provide weekly progress reports to Dr. Boufadel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Center Director.

Skills

Soil & water analysis

Lab reporting

Field investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental/Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

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Title: Hourly Research Analyst Department: Dist Professor Reports To: Distinguished Professor

Position Summary

The Research Analyst will conduct experiments on contamination in soils and water for projects led by the CNR and assist the Director of the CNR in the implementation.

Essential Functions

• Conduct experiments on contamination in soils and water.
• Laboratory and field investigations into the analysis of emerging pollutants in water and sediment, as well as their interaction with associated contaminants.
• Provide weekly progress reports to Dr. Boufadel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Center Director.

Pre-Requisite Qualifications

• The qualified candidate would have a bachelors in Environmental, Civil Engineering or a related field.

Compensation

Compensation: The compensation is competitive and ranges from $16-$30 At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Range: Hourly Employees NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

Additional Information

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