<p>Title:</p> <p>Hourly Laboratory Assistant</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Chemistry and Environmental Science</p> <p>Reports To:</p> <p>Assistant Professor Chemistry and Environmental Science</p> <p>Position Type:</p> <p>Staff</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Endocrine Disruption and Chemical Biology Laboratory (EDC Lab) is recruiting a Laboratory Assistant to join our team in 2025. Our research bridges reproductive biology, toxicology, and sustainable chemistry to study the mechanisms by which environmental chemicals act as endocrine disruptors. Specifically, we combine chemical biology techniques with in vitro mouse models of the female reproductive system to study environmentally relevant mixtures of chemical toxicants.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <p>The Laboratory Assistant will execute synthetic or analytical chemistry experiments, manage chemical ordering and inventory, and facilitate daily laboratory operations. As a member of the team, the Laboratory Assistant will perform experiments, analyze results, present locally and nationally, receive mentorship from the PI, and be a part of an inclusive environment that supports creativity, professional development, and scientific discovery.</p> <p>Prerequisite Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>BA/BS in a scientific discipline minimum, MS preferred. </li><li>Chemistry or biochemistry laboratory experience. </li><li>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. </li></ul> <p>Salary Information:</p> <p>In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the hourly rate for this position is $23.00 (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.</p> <p>FLSA:</p> <p>Non-Exempt</p> <p>Part-Time</p>