What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Engineer (Junior Transportation Planner) position at uic?
The Urban
Transportation Center in the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs
(CUPPA) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
(http://cuppa.uic.edu/academics/pa) is currently seeking a Visiting Junior
Transportation Planner.
This position
conducts research activities including the development of research ideas and
proposals, and bring statistical modeling abilities to supporting policy
research, at UTC and in leading research projects currently ongoing at UTC as
well as pursuing new funding opportunities for building a sustainable research
portfolio. In addition to research activities, this position also mentors
students involved in research activities at UTC. Furthermore, this position
writes reports and manages data as required by the principal investigator and
will have the ability to lead projects and serve as a principal investigator or
co-PI. This position is funded from
grant money and the expectation is that the chosen candidate will have the
ability to add to the Center’s funding portfolio by creating their own research
track while working collaboratively with the Center’s staff and faculty. Relevant work experience in areas such as
public transportation (micro-transit/micro-mobility), equity, and/or advances
in transportation engineering such as autonomous (connected vehicles), and
clean energy adoption.
For fullest
consideration, please apply by January 15, 2025 through the UIC application
system, Cornerstone: LINK. A completed on-line application, cover letter and
resume/curriculum vitae are required to be considered. The salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
