What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Transportation Technology position at North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State Unive?
Description :
The successful candidate will conduct research on providing innovative transportation technology solutions with the focus on connected and autonomous vehicles.
The candidate will also support funded projects through original research, collaboration with other team members, development and internal evaluation of reports, facilitating the research meetings within the team, mentoring of students, and technically and financially overseeing projects’ milestones.
The candidate will also contribute to proposal development efforts, thereby strengthening North Carolina A&T State University’s ability to attract external funding.
The candidate will publish research results, in collaboration with his supervisor, in recognized journals.
The candidate will share student mentoring with his supervisor and will participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned.
The candidate will be also working with both graduate and undergraduate students in a mentoring role, and will be involved in conducting workshops, and seminars.
The candidate will enjoy a dynamic and collaborative working environment.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit :
North Carolina A & T is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls over 13,300 students. The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service.
The Center for Regional and Rural Connected Communities (CR2C2) was initially funded by U.S. Department of Transportation in 2023. CR2C2 will serve as the Region 4 University Transportation Center ( UTC ) charged with addressing transportation challenges within the southeastern region of the United States.
Requirements :
Ph.D. awarded within the last five years in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering or related area.
A strong theoretical and experimental background with evidence of skills related to
autonomous vehicle technology and transportation technology.
- The candidate is expected to have good skills in writing scientific papers and
technical reports.
Possess a high level of initiative and the ability to multitask involving different research problems.
Possess good organizational skills; detail oriented.
Demonstrated integrity, dependability, and competence.
Able to work independently requiring minimal supervision.
Able to make presentations utilizing excellent oral communication and facilitation skills.
Strong critical thinking, analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred :
1- Good programming skills such as Python, C , and ROS ,
2- Experience with development and deployment of AI models
3- Knowledge and experience with computer vision,
4- Experience with edge devices
5- Experience with high computing performance systems
6- Project management skills.
Special Instructions :
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more :
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
