Research Fellow in Transport Safety

• $77,114 to $104,637
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Gardens Point

• Reference number: 24041
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
• Remuneration: $91,258 to $123,829 pa (LEVA) (inclusive of $77,114 to $104,637 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point
• Open to:

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Research Fellow in Transport Safety to join School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Academic Division.

This job will provide opportunities to work in cutting-edge transport safety projects and modelling techniques to conduct research on real-time safety of intersections and motorways, traffic signal design, and vulnerable road user safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in state-of-the-art econometric and machine learning-based safety models and big data (e.g., trajectory data) handling techniques in transport safety analyses.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

We are seeking a Research Fellow, with a background and interest in transport engineering, preferably with some experience in either (1) cutting-edge transport safety models, (2) traffic conflict techniques, and/or (3) processing, analysing or modelling of transport-related big datasets..

What you need to succeed

Completion of doctoral qualification in transport safety, transport engineering, or a related field with a strong emphasis on advanced data analysis, econometric and/or machine learning model.

Demonstrated research experience in one or more relevant research fields such as transport engineering, road safety, traffic conflict techniques.

Excellent communication and leadership skills to support and supervise graduate students.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research.

Strong publication record in reputable journals showcasing research productivity.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 02-Feb-2024

Applications Close: 11-Mar-2024 at 11.30pm

Find out more and apply by clicking Apply or the link below.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=76BC27B3-45A0-57EC-3C8A-DA766989626D

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