Postdoctoral Research Associate

at  Texas AM Transportation Institute

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent in this position will be required to report 100% to their primary TTI duty station.
• The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

JOB SUMMARY:

This is the entry level of professional work in an engineering or scientific discipline. Incumbents perform routine scientific or engineering work, evaluating, selecting and applying standardized scientific or engineering procedures and techniques to assignments with clear, specific objectives. Assignments require investigation of a limited number of variables and few complex features. This position requires traveling around Texas documenting infrastructure condition and collecting data. The work will mainly focus on assisting our sponsor TxDOT with the processing of data. Continuation in this position is contingent upon availability of funding derived from research program or specific projects.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Ph.D.
• No prior experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-year related work experience.
• Degrees in Civil Engineering
• Experience with laboratory testing work, nondestructive testing experience with ultrasonic phased array and GPR, and experience in field testing.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Familiar with word processing, email, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.
• Must prepare papers written in English.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Familiar with linear elastic and finite element modelling techniques.
• Familiar with Excel, all Microsoft Office Suite.
• Acceptable verbal and written skills in English and Korean

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform common office functions.
• Ability to frequently communicate with other individuals within the workplace.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  The physical demands described here 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

• Collecting and processing data. 30%
• Conduct data analysis. 20%
• Write and prepare reports. 20%
• Document infrastructure condition. 20%
• Other duties as assigned. 10%