Assistant Transportation Researcher

Job Title

Assistant Transportation Researcher

Agency

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Department

Asphalt Materials

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who are we?  

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 75 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals. 

Our Mission and Vision  

• Our Vision - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society. 

• Our Mission - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer. 

Our Work Environment  

• Entrepreneurial culture 

• Affiliation with Texas A&M University students and faculty 

• Ability to work with nationally recognized experts 

• Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals 

• Premier office and research facilities and equipment 

• Accredited laboratories and safety proving ground 

• Outstanding research support services 

• Flexible work hours 

• Family friendly 

• High staff retention rates 

• Leadership development and wellness programs 

• Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements 

• Relocation assistance (if eligible) 

• Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible) 

Our Employee Benefits  

TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs. https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/  

What you need to know  

• TTI is a Texas based agency. This position required the incumbent to work in-person 5 days a week at TTI HQ - CIR building.

• The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience. 

Job Summary
The Assistant Transportation Researcher, under general supervision, conducts transportation and pavement materials (asphalt binder and asphalt mixtures) related research using literature review, statistical analyses, and independent investigations. Assists with proposal preparation, data collection through lab binder, aggregates, and mixture testing and field visits, data analysis, and report preparation. Continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts research studies, including basic and advanced asphalt binder, aggregates, and mixture testing, and statistical-based data analyses, literature reviews, and other related activities. (75%)

• Assists with the preparation of written reports and other correspondence. (10 %)

• Other duties as assigned. (15 %)

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in civil engineering 

• No experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable in various asphalt binder and mixture research and testing methodologies

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to synthesize literature, research reports, and/or journal articles.

• Ability to present and write clearly and concisely.

Other Requirements

• Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.

• May be required to work in hot, cold, and extreme weather conditions.

• Travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of research experience in asphalt binder testing.

• Strong background in civil material (asphalt binder) testing 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift very heavy materials.

• Ability to perform common office functions.

• Ability to frequently communicate with other individuals within the workplace.

• Ability to 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.