Texas A&M Transportation Institute Assistant Research Scientist
Job Summary
Primarily serve as a researcher and mobility coordinator. Apply traffic engineering and traffic operations principles to improve mobility during construction in urban and rural areas of the Waco District and potentially other TxDOT districts. Develop and research effective and innovative solutions to traditional and emerging transportation issues. Collaborate with TxDOT, counties, MPOs, local city traffic and enforcement departments, local contractors, local transit agencies, and consultants to resolve mobility issues during construction and convene meetings with appropriate agencies, as necessary. Seek solutions and work cooperatively with relevant agencies to enhance mobility during construction TxDOT facilities. Significantly contribute to proposal writing, research projects, and/or research report writing. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
Specific Duties
Perform various duties in support of construction-related projects including mobility coordination.
Lead and support research, technical assistance, and training projects for local, state, and national sponsors.
Coordinate and collect data from diverse quantitative and qualitative sources.
Conduct literature and regulatory reviews.
Speak at and participate in conferences.
Support public and stakeholder engagement activities.
Author and co-author reports and technical journal papers.
Prepare and deliver presentations for various audiences.
Co-teach TxDOT construction project management classes.
Provide ideas for the development of new software to minimize change orders during construction.
Participate in research of other TTI programs to contribute expertise and/or develop areas of professional interest.
Cooperation and Communication
Promote cooperative efforts between TxDOT, impacted properties, and cities in resolving issues associated with construction and maintenance projects.
Work with private property owners on access and traffic issues to improve mobility during construction and facilitate the project schedule.
Attend construction and other related meetings.
Work with the area office staff, project staff, and the CE&I to develop and execute a public communications program and evaluate mobility concerns for all road users.
What you need to know
The primary duty station for this position is the Waco TTI office. This position has the flexibility of a hybrid remote option which 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.
