University of Arizona · 3 days ago
Researcher/Scientist III, Civil & Architectural Engineering & Mechanics
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $74K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Arizona is seeking a motivated applicant for the Researcher/Scientist III position at the Center for Applied Transportation Sciences. This role involves conducting advanced research in transportation systems, managing research projects, and participating in grant writing and presentations.
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Responsibilities
Conduct advanced research, perform experiments, and analyze data in multiple research areas
Manage sponsored research projects by serving as a Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI, or Project Manager (PM), on research projects
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports
Require to travel to pitch research ideas to local research sponsors (AZ driver's license is required)
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy
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
Prior experience of grant writing
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
Preferred
Masters or PhD in Civil Engineering or related field
Experience in transportation data collection methods and technologies
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Established track record in developing strong proposals and securing funding
Familiarity in working with local transportation agencies in Arizona (or elsewhere)
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation
Sick leave
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!
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
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H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Chad Herzog
Associate Vice President, Arizona Arts
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