Research Associate

Title: Research Associate Department: Graduate Studies Reports To: Vice Provost for Graduate Studies and Dean of Graduate Faculty Position Type: Staff Position Summary: Twelve Research Associate positions will be available for NJIT’s May 2026 PhD graduates. They will continue doing research with their current dissertation advisor in research projects identified by the latter. Essential Functions: Research work in the laboratory that will result in publications Prerequisite Qualifications: -PhD degree and being active in research -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. Bargaining Unit: AFT-UCAN Salary Information: In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $48,000 (USD). 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. To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits. FLSA: Exempt Full-Time