Research Engineering Scientist Associate IV, Center for Transportation Research, Cockrell School of Engineering

$70,000 - $70,000/Yr

The University of Texas System - Austin, TX

Part-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Engineering Scientist Associate IV position at the Center for Transportation Research focuses on conducting advanced transportation-related research, particularly in emerging mobility technologies. The role involves collaboration with government agencies and aims to provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges through data analysis and visualization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced mathematical and statistical analyses of data to identify insights and support decision making by research sponsors.
• Develop new methods for presenting information to decision makers, including 3-D and 4-D visualization of highway infrastructure components.
• Create innovative analysis methods to address transportation safety, funding decision support, and policy support questions posed by sponsors.
• Work independently or collaboratively to develop project deliverables within time and funding constraints.
• Write or assist in writing research proposals to secure funding for projects.
• Prepare sponsored research reports, interagency contract reports, and research papers for publication.
• Present research findings at state, national, and international conferences.

Requirements

• Master's degree in transportation engineering or public policy with four years of experience.
• Prior experience working with the Texas Department of Transportation or other transportation agencies.
• Skills in technology evaluation and strategic planning, particularly for connected and autonomous vehicles.
• Policy analysis skills and knowledge of public affairs.
• Experience working with teams of engineers, planners, and community organizations.
• Experience in writing professional research papers and grant applications.
• Strong communication skills for presenting research information to large audiences.
• Basic skills in using Microstation and Bentley Suites Open Roads.

Nice-to-haves

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a transportation emphasis or similar field with two years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of Texas transportation and regional roadway system design and operations.
• Experience with topics influenced by mobility decisions such as freight, highway safety, and data modeling.
• Understanding of professional and technical writing techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas with 7.75% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card