Job Title

Associate Transportation Researcher

Agency

Texas AM Transportation Institute

Department

Multi-Resolution Modeling

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

El Paso, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who are we?

The Texas AM Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas AM 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 AM 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 AM 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

TTI is a Texas based agency. This position has the flexibility of a hybrid remote option with two days in a TTI Texas based office. This can be discussed further during the interview process.

The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary 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 simulation-based traffic simulation models. 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. (60%)

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. (30%)

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. (5%)

Performs other related duties as assigned. (5%)

Required Education and Experience

Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.

One year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledgeable in various research and testing methodologies

Well-versed simulation-based modeling including mesoscopic and microscopic simulation tools

In-depth knowledge of traffic operations, traffic flow theory and operational planning

Ability to document research studies, write reports, specifications, and test procedures, including the use 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

Specific expertise in simulation-based modeling using multi-resolution modeling methods. This type of research includes specialized knowledge of mesoscopic and microscopic modeling tools. Experience in dynamic traffic assignment (DTA) including model development, calibration and validation using DynusT or other related DTA modeling software. Solid background in microscopic simulation modeling including VISSIM and Synchro.

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.

Ability to drive State vehicle for data collection purposes.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.