Transportation Research Specialist

20 hours ago


Lawrence, Kansas, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team at the University of Kansas Transportation Center. The successful candidate will lead and conduct collaborative research projects, work interdisciplinary with other researchers, and prepare research proposals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and conduct collaborative research projects, focusing on highway safety, intelligent transportation systems, traffic operations, and multimodal transportation.
  • Work closely with researchers from the School of Engineering and the University of Kansas to advance transportation research.
  • Prepare and execute research proposals, ensuring timely submission and successful funding.
  • Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare journal papers to disseminate findings.
  • Assist in mentoring and supervising graduate and undergraduate students with their research projects.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on transportation engineering or a closely related field.
  • Strong record of scholarly accomplishments, including publications and technical presentations.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present research findings and collaborate with colleagues.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Record of proposal development and successful funding.
  • Experience in cross-disciplinary collaboration and research.
  • History of advising students for research projects.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, a dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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