Post-Doctoral Research Engineer
- University of North Carolina
- Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Category: Admin-Laboratory and Research
- Posting Date: 12/21/2022
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Posting Information
Posting Details
| Department | Highway Safety Research - 633600 |
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| Posting Open Date | 12/16/2022 |
| Application Deadline | 12/27/2022 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Position Type | Postdoctoral Scholar |
| Position Title | Post-Doctoral Research Engineer |
| Vacancy ID | PDS003703 |
| Full-time/Part-time | Full Time |
| Hours per week | |
| FTE | 1.0 |
| Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
| Position Location | |
| Hiring Range | Dependent on Qualifications |
| Proposed Start Date | 01/03/2023 |
| Estimated Duration of Appointment | 12 Months |
Position Information
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC Highway Safety Research Center (HSRC), founded by the North Carolina State Legislature in 1965, works to reduce deaths and injuries on North Carolina’s roads and the entire nation. The Center advances these goals across all surface transportation modes through a balanced, interdisciplinary program of research, evaluation, information dissemination, and training. HSRC works with communities and transportation professionals locally, nationally, and worldwide. We are a leader in the field of transportation research, embrace a safe systems approach, and are focused on safety for all. |
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| Position Summary | This Post-Doctoral Research Engineer position will require involvement in all aspects of transportation safety research related projects with activities ranging from study design and statistical analysis to preparation of final reports. The candidate should expect to work on more than one project at any given time under different project or program directors. The nature of the work at HSRC changes rapidly; therefore, the person must adapt to the changing environment and be able to transfer skills among projects. Specific principal functions include: • Design and execute research studies including formulation of concepts, project planning, study design, data collection and management, data analysis, and interpretation of results. • Prepare proposals to secure funds for highway safety research. • Communicate research results through technical reports, journal articles, and public meetings. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | PhD |
| Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | A doctorate in civil engineering with a concentration in transportation engineering is required. |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Priority will be given to individuals with experience in transportation safety research activities including evaluation of traffic control devices, roadway design parameters, and safety aspects of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Specific skills being sought include 1) data management and analysis including knowledge of databases and statistical programs such as SAS and R, 2) experience in the application of state of the art statistical methods in highway safety, and skills in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data mining, 3) experience in spatial data management and analysis. A track record in contract research, publication in scholarly journals, and strong speaking and technical writing skills are also highly desirable. |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Special Instructions | For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/246782 |
Posting Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Jordan Todd, Sr. HR Consultant |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | jltodd@email.unc.edu |
| Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |