JERSEY CITY, NJ —
August 14, 2026 |
By DailyHudson Staff
Merck, JPMorgan Chase, Six Flags and NFL are among employers hiring across the state this week.
A top pharmaceutical marketing role at Merck in Rahway, paying up to $300,300 annually, headlines this week’s New Jersey job openings. The state’s employers are hiring across pharma, finance, entertainment, and engineering, according to the Jersey Digs Job Board.
The listings reflect the diversity of New Jersey’s economy, from seasonal Halloween roles at Six Flags to AI-focused tech leadership at JPMorgan Chase in Jersey City. For Hudson County residents, these opportunities offer a wide range of career paths, from entry-level to executive.
Merck is seeking a Director of Global Oncology Marketing for a prostate cancer treatment, with a salary range of $190,800 to $300,300 plus bonuses.
JPMorgan Chase in Jersey City is hiring an Executive Director for Portfolio Management in Corporate Technology, with a salary range of $194,750 to $285,000.
Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson is hiring Scare Actors for Fright Fest, paying $19 per hour, and the NFL in Mount Laurel is looking for a seasonal Graphics Designer/Animator.
Impact: These openings provide both high-income professional roles and seasonal positions, supporting local employment across various skill sets.
What Happens Next: Interested candidates can find full job postings on the Jersey Digs Job Board; some positions, like Scare Actors, require auditions.
With these listings, New Jersey’s job market shows continued strength across multiple industries.
Source: Jersey Digs