Research Associate

Job Title

Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Department

Pavement Analytics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary:

The general purpose of this position is to independently perform and assist with engineering and technical research work, namely: (a) data collection and analysis; (b) machine learning-programming and algorithmic code development; (c) literature review and data search; (d) computational modeling and numerical simulations; (e) literature review and data search; (f) data synthesis and quality checks; (g) data documentation, cataloguing, and report/proposal writing; and (h) field work as well laboratory work, as needed. Periodic travels (i.e., over 50% of the total work effort) will be required for routine fieldwork and data collection. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Essential Duties:

• Fieldwork travels and data collection (51%)

• Data processing, analysis, synthesis, and quality checks (15%)

• Machine learning programing and algorithmic code development (10%)

• Computational modeling and numerical simulations (5%)

• Literature review and data search (5%)

• Data documentation and report/proposal writing (5%)

• Laboratory work and material testing, as needed (2.5%)

• Routinely assist Senior Researchers, as needed (2.5%)

• Performs other duties as assigned (2.5%)

• Assist with the supervision of student workers, as needed (1.5%)

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

• Two years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering related field (preferably Civil Engineering)

• Two years of related experience including fieldwork and data analysis

• Proficiency in Python coding, Machine Learning programing, and data analysis experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability and flexibility to routinely travel for fieldwork

• Ability and flexibility to work beyond normal business hours, on weekends, and/or at night, as needed

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

• Proficiency in automation tools (such as Python) and Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid USA Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects (i.e., up to 50 lbs) as needed

• Ability to exert heavy force (i.e., up to 50 lbs), as needed

The physical demands described herein 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.