TTI Assistant Research Scientist

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI)Austin, TX, United States

5 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Title

TTI Assistant Research Scientist

Agency

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Department

Transportation Planning Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Austin, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Who are we?

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 70 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals.

Our Mission and Vision

Our Vision - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society.

Our Mission - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer.

Our Work Environment

Entrepreneurial culture

Affiliation with Texas A&M University students and faculty

Ability to work with nationally recognized experts

Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals

Premier office and research facilities and equipment

Accredited laboratories and safety proving ground

Outstanding research support services

Hybrid work environment / telecommuting

Flexible work hours

Family friendly

High staff retention rates

Leadership development and wellness programs

Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements

Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible)

Our Employee Benefits

TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs.

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What you need to know

Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent in this position is required to be in the TTI Austin Office. This can be discussed further during the interview process.
The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary and job title will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience.

Job Summary :

This position is expected to support or contribute to project research and proposal development. The general focus of this position is transportation planning, data, technology, and compliance with state and federal rules, regulations and guidance. Be responsible for utilizing, adapting, and modifying scientific methods, techniques and procedures in the independent conception, design and implementation of state DOT and metropolitan planning organization (MPO) work activities, products, research and technology transfer. Completes project on-time, within budget and with completed deliverables. Conducts research following safety practices and guidelines. Understands principles of quality and unbiased research. Continuation in this position is contingent upon availability of funding derived from research program or specific projects.

Essential Duties :

This position spans the areas of transportation planning, programming and project development products and processes. In addition, the position requires knowledge of state and federal transportation planning, funding, finance policies and practices. Research work products apply to federal, state, metropolitan and regional settings.

Applied research duties for studies and technical work activities include data collection, analysis, coordination, and supervision. Plan, schedule, coordinate and report detailed research projects based for public interagency and other sponsor agreements. Evaluate and document data collection requirements and activities. Coordinate data gathering activities and gather data needed for research tasks. Assemble, organize, document, and archive datasets. Synthesize data and extract meaningful statistics and trends. Develop and / or run applications to conduct the research. Analyze and develop potential new techniques, policies, procedures, and recommendations. Conduct the necessary literature and regulatory review and background information search to support techniques and methodologies used, as well as documenting past research for reporting purposes. 30%

Report preparation : Compile, document, and present results in formats required for inclusion in reports, technical memoranda, and presentations. Prepare technical documentation, including literature reviews, data collection, analyses, and summaries. Prepare project reports and other deliverables as required. Prepare materials for presentation of research results and other deliverables at technical meetings or other venues and to sponsors. 20%

Actively seek and obtain externally funded research projects performing work on basic and applied technology problems and participate in research proposals. 10%

Research presentations : Prepare and give presentations to existing and potential sponsors, academic settings, or conference settings. Prepare, schedule, conduct, and document research meetings. 10%

Assist national, state and local decisionmakers in formulating transportation public policy through research, innovation, and on-call support contracts. Conduct analysis of on-going transportation policies and impacts of these policies within various levels of state, national, and local government. 10%

Interact with sponsors and potential clients and support engagement functions for technical work such as committees, association meetings, and other similar activities. 10%

Other duties as assigned. 10%

Required Education and Experience :

Master's Degree in Urban / Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, economics, or related field

Three (3) years of directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Demonstrated knowledge of transportation planning and regulatory frameworks in the United States for state DOTs, MPOs, and transit agencies.

Demonstrated knowledge of transportation modes, operations and characteristics and settings.

Critical thinking skills, and the ability to find solutions to complicated problems.

Personable, motivated, good team player.

Strong verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint as it applies to project needs.

Strong skills in data visualization

Knowledge or statistical background.

Preferred Qualifications :

Work experience in statewide, regional and local transportation planning-related agencies, policy and data analysis.

Work experience in database design, and GIS.

All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.