Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV, Center for Transportation Research in Cockrell School of Engineering

Job Posting Title: Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV, Center for Transportation Research in Cockrell School of Engineering - Hiring Department: Center for Transportation Research - Position Open To: All Applicants - Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 - FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA - Earliest Start Date: Immediately - Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2027 - Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS - Job Details: General Notes As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card Purpose The Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV (RESA IV) role is to conduct transportation-related research within the Center for Transportation Research (CTR) on emerging mobility technologies and program innovations for use by government agencies, including local and regional Texas transportation agencies and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Responsibilities Leads and assists in several strategic innovations, implementation, and planning projects as well as workforce development program management. Works closely with other CTR researchers, TxDOT and other project sponsors, as well as Texas transportation agencies. Represents CTR at key forums, oversees project meetings, facilitates meetings, strategic planning, policy analysis, writing publications, and forming technical and policy recommendations for Texas transportation leadership. Develops grant applications, builds a network of subject matter experts, and updates an emerging technology portfolio. Supervises undergraduate and graduate research assistants in conducting research activities. Coordinates research proposal writing and report preparation. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in transportation engineering, public policy, or related field AND Four (4) years of experience relevant experience. Prior experience working with the Texas Department of Transportation and/or other transp…

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