Job Title
Junior Data Analyst/ScientistAgency
Texas A&M Transportation InstituteDepartment
Environment & PlanningProposed Minimum Salary
Job Location
Job Type
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 70 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
Hybrid work environment/telecommuting
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:
This position has the flexibility of a hybrid remote option that can be discussed further during the interview process.
The salary for this position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience.
This position can be based from Austin TTI or Bryan/College Station TTI.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for conducting applied research in the areas of transportation planning, and environmental planning. Candidates must have strong data analytical/statistical skills, experience working with complex datasets, and visualization software. Responsibilities include: statistical analysis, database development, assessing and developing new approaches or methods for analyzing data, maintaining large data sets, visualizing data, and providing oversight and direction to student employees. Candidates also prepare presentations and technical documentation, including contributing to technical reports and formal project reports, contributing to proposals submitted to state, local and national sponsors, and disseminating research findings through conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Works independently, with oversight from TTI Principal Investigator, TTI Program Manager, and overall direction from TTI Division Head. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
Essential Duties:
Data and statistical analysis. 50%
Database development and data visualization. 25%
Project documentation, including technical reports and presentations. 10%
Task management: 5%
Internal and external presentations: 5%
Other duties as assigned. 15%
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Engineering, Planning, or other related field
4 years related work experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills along with interpersonal and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), in Database software (e.g., MS ACCESS, SQL, VBA, etc.), in visualization software (Tableau, etc.), and in Statistical Software (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS, etc.).
ArcGIS skills and Python
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
6 years relevant work experience.
Experience in conducting applied research in the area of transportation planning.
Master’s degree in Statistics, Engineering, Planning, or other related field
Physical Requirements:
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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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