Hourly Research Analyst

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Department: Dist Professor

Reports To: Distinguished Professor

Position Summary: The Hourly Data Analyst (part-time) will play a key role in environmental projects at the Center for Natural Resources (CNR). This position will conduct experiments on contamination in soils for projects led by the CNR.

Essential Functions:

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

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• The qualified candidate would have a Masters or enrolled in PhD in Environmental, Civil Engineering or equivalent or related disciplines.
• Experience working with research centers, government-funded environmental projects (e.g., NJDEP, EPA, NOAA).
• Experience collaborating with scientists and engineers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently from the Center Director, and to communicate effectively using emails.
• Effective communication and writing skills.

C ompensation: $25-$35/hour

Essential Functions: Pre-Requisite Qualifications: Compensation: 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. FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

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