"Postdoc Research Associate - InTrans"

Job Details

Postdoc Research Associate - InTrans
Ames, IA
Full Time
R18129

Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - InTrans

Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with data collection
• Data analysis
• Report writing
• Proposal writing in the areas of asset management, safety, and traffic operations

Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in civil engineering

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning systems

Department/Program & College Description:
CTRE performs transportation-related research, outreach, and educational activities in four major areas: safety, asset management, operations, and planning. CTRE researchers create new knowledge and practical tools for transportation professionals. Our mission is to conduct basic and applied transportation research to help our partners improve safety, facilitate traffic operations, and enhance the management of infrastructure assets.

Department Unit/Website:
https://ctre.iastate.edu/about-ctre/
https://www.intrans.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:
January 2, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
January 1, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:
November 14, 2025

Posting Close Date:
November 21, 2025

Job Requisition Number:
R18129