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Job Title

Associate Transportation Researcher

Agency

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Department

Transportation Planning Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Austin, Texas

Job Type

Staff

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.

https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/

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

The Associate Transportation Researcher is responsible for conducting research in a support role while developing the skills needed to eventually lead research and develop new business opportunities. Specific duties include reviewing literature, coordinating and collecting data, analyzing data, writing reports, planning research activities, preparing and delivering presentations, writing journal articles, and others. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Perform applied research duties, including data collection, analysis, and coordination. Plan, schedule, and report detailed phases of research and development projects. 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. Develop data models and metadata. 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. Communicate, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams comprising research staff, graduate and undergraduate students, and support staff to ensure the completion of research objectives and timely delivery of high-quality project deliverables. (40%)

+ Compile, document, and present results in formats required for inclusion in reports, technical memoranda, and presentations. Prepare technical documentation, including data collection, analysis, 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. (40%)

+ Assist researchers with proposal development. Prepare and give presentations to existing and potential sponsors, academic settings, or conference settings. Prepare, schedule, conduct, and document research meetings. (10%)

+ Performs other related duties as assigned. (10%)

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in related field or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

One year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledgeable in various research and testing methodologies.

In-depth knowledge of Government Affairs, including USDOT rules including transportation planning and programming rules, procedures and funding.

Ability to document research studies, write reports, specifications, and test procedures, including the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and similar software.

Ability to develop, implement and monitor budgets and resources.

Ability to meet deadlines and deliverable due dates.

Other Requirements

Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.

May be required to work in hot, cold, and extreme weather conditions.

Travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Well-versed in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, word and MS Office suite.

Skills and experience in government affairs interacting and advising state DOT management and staff. Provide technical expertise, and policy research and analysis.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform common office functions.

Ability to frequently communicate with other individuals within the workplace.

Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.