Student Research Assistant- Civil Engineering #587642890

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation - Pomona, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

Pomona, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Student Research Assistant position at Cal Poly Pomona Foundation involves supporting research on the impact of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) on driver behavior and transportation planning policy development. This part-time role offers students valuable hands-on experience in civil engineering, particularly in transportation engineering, under the supervision of Dr. Yongping Zhang.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal Investigator in evaluating the impact of connected and autonomous vehicles on driver behavior.
• Contribute to the development of transportation planning policies.
• Engage in research activities related to transportation systems and CAVs.

Requirements

• Currently holds or is pursuing an advanced degree in Civil Engineering.
• Background or experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Working knowledge relevant to the integration of technology and vehicle systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Focus on Transportation Engineering in advanced degree studies.

Benefits

• Valuable work experience and hands-on training in civil engineering.
• Opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research.
• Flexible part-time work schedule.