"Researcher/Scientist III, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics"

Researcher/Scientist III, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Civil and Environmental Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req24082

Department: Civil Arch Engr and Mechanics

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Center for Applied Transportation Sciences (CATS) in the College of Engineering is seeking motivated applicants to fill a Researcher/Scientist III position.

The successful applicant will work with multiple research areas, including but not limited to, intelligent transportation systems, transportation planning, smart mobility, big data analytics, large-scale transportation system simulation and analysis, transportation safety analysis, and/or traffic operations. This applicant will also work on writing grant proposals and coordinating administrative processes, and potentially support Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI) of conducting research and project management.

We are seeking a well-rounded, motivated, and enthusiastic individual with experience in the aforesaid research areas. This individual should be detailed-oriented, conscientious, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

CATS is a college-level research center established at the University of Arizona (UArizona) and founded in 2021. CATS' mission is to serve as a research, training, and capacity-building resource for regional governments, educational institutions, and private sectors in the field of Smart Communities. The research areas include but are not limited to Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO), transportation system performance management, and Mobility on Demand (MOD).

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage sponsored research projects by serving as a Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI, or Project Manager (PM), on research projects.
• Conduct advanced research, perform experiments, and analyze data in multiple research areas.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Travel to pitch research ideas to local research sponsors.
• Present research at local, national and international conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate research assistants and low-level staff.
• Contribute to classroom and workshop teaching.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of transportation engineering topics, such as traffic operations, transportation planning, pavement, safety, etc.
• Advanced database and computer programming skills, including database management and coding in Python, R, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with both technical and non-technical personnel at different levels in the organization.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience in transportation data collection methods and technologies.
• Prior experience of working as a PI or Co-PI in sponsor-funded projects.
• Established track record in developing strong proposals and securing funding.
• Familiarity in working with local transportation agencies in Arizona (or elsewhere).
• Prior experience of grant writing.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $59,404 - $74,254

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

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Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level PC3

Job Family Researchers & Scientists

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates Yao-Jan Wu | yaojan@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission. Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).