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# Jobs in Piscataway, NJ — Salaries & Companies Hiring

**State:** [New Jersey Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 453
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 604
- Median salary: $78K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $50K – $118K
- Remote share: 2.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 604 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Piscataway, NJ: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (16% of all postings), followed by Biotechnology Research and Repair and Maintenance.
- Pay in Piscataway, NJ runs 11% above the United States median ($78K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Piscataway, NJ

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 96 | $86K |
| Biotechnology Research | 53 | $100K |
| Repair & Maintenance | 35 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 33 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 262 employers filed 640 petitions; 8% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Piscataway, NJ

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers Global | 59 | $86K |
| ValueMomentum | 30 | $140K |
| Synechron | 28 | — |
| Virtusa | 20 | — |
| Vakula Technologies Inc | 16 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Edison, NJ — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey/edison?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 1.5 mi | 1192 | $65K |
| [New Brunswick, NJ Jobs — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey/new-brunswick?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 2.9 mi | 781 | $123K |
| [Perth Amboy, NJ Jobs — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey/perth-amboy?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.1 mi | 131 | $68K |

[All H1B sponsors in Piscataway, NJ](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/piscataway-nj?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Piscataway, NJ?

Life sciences, telecom, healthcare, warehousing, higher education support, and professional services are among the main hiring sectors in Piscataway. The township benefits from both business park employment and its close ties to university and research activity in the area.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Piscataway, NJ?

Top employers in Piscataway often include healthcare providers, telecom and technology firms, education-related employers, warehouse operators, and service businesses. The employer rankings on this page reflect current postings, which helps show where local hiring is strongest now.
### How does Piscataway's job market compare to Edison?

Piscataway usually has a stronger university-adjacent and research-support element, while Edison leans more toward larger business parks and corporate or distribution roles. Many candidates search both together because they share employers, highways, and a connected Middlesex County commute shed.
### Are remote jobs common in Piscataway, NJ?

Remote jobs are available in Piscataway, especially in office, support, and certain technical roles, but much of the local demand still remains on-site. Lab, warehouse, healthcare, and facilities positions generally require in-person work, so work-type filters can narrow the search quickly.
### How can I expand my search beyond Piscataway, NJ?

Use nearby city links to compare Piscataway with Edison, New Brunswick, and Somerset-area jobs. You can also search the <a href="/locations/new-jersey">New Jersey jobs page</a> to widen the market across New Jersey.
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