Postdoctoral Research Associate - Traffic Engineering
Rutgers University
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Rutgers University’s Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) in New Brunswick is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Traffic Engineering. The role focuses on ITS, data sharing, and testing within the DataCity Smart Mobility project, requiring strong technical and collaborative abilities to advance cutting-edge transportation systems.
The successful candidate will contribute to design, deployment, and evaluation of ITS solutions, assist with grant writing, and work
Qualifications
- PhD required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in ITS/traffic engineering.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with DataCity PIs and students to design and implement ITS data-sharing platforms.
- Monitor, assess, and test performance of front-end and back-end systems; propose enhancements.
- Engage with agencies and private partners to identify needs and collaboration opportunities.
- Prepare and write funding proposals for federal, state, and local opportunities.
- Provide training and technical guidance to student engineers and partners.
- Document system processes, configurations, and changes to promote knowledge sharing.
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Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Research Associate - Traffic Engineering Department Advanced Infrastructure Center Salary Details Min Salary $63,968 Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Posting Summary
The Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) within the School of Engineering at Rutgers University, is seemingly a Postdoctoral Associate in Traffic Engineering, specializing in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). This is a pivotal role requiring a blend of technical expertise, project management, and collaboration skills. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the development, deployment, maintenance, and enhancement of ITS projects in the DataCity Smart Mobility Testing Ground program.
Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0445 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date
Minimum Education and Experience
The ideal candidate has to have Ph.D. in a related field or discipline, or an equivalent
combination of education and/or relevant experience, and a minimum of five years of relevant
- Experience with large-scale ITS projects and Connected and Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) testbeds
- Proven track record of involvement in large-scale ITS initiatives, demonstrating understanding of the design, implementation, and management of advanced transportation systems.
- Extensive knowledge of transportation and traffic engineering principles, including the ability to design, plan, and document complex ITS solutions.
- Familiarity with ITS and microscopic traffic simulation architectures, supporting the development of simulation platforms
- Hands-on experience with field instrumentation, as well as the installation and deployment of ITS devices, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
- Demonstrated success in preparing, drafting, and submitting grant proposals for ITS projects, with a proven ability to secure funding through compelling proposals.
- Background in the maintenance, optimization, and operational oversight of ITS systems, ensuring reliability and sustained performance.
- Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in the ITS domain.
- Effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative approach are critical to engage with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
- Experience with Connected and Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) testbeds is highly desirable, demonstrating a keen grasp of cutting-edge technologies in the transportation domain.
- Experience in large-scale data processing and data transmission systems, including the ability to manage, analyze, and efficiently handle high-volume transportation datasets.
- Experience with traffic simulation tools and methodologies, with the ability to model, analyze, and interpret complex traffic scenarios.
- Proficiency in ITS software or mobile application development, showcasing the ability to create innovative solutions that enhance user experience, system functionality, or data analytics.
- Experience with Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operation preferred to help collect traffic flow and infrastructure data under supervision
- Experience with Photogrammetry and Simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM)-based scanning devices operation preferred to help collect infrastructure data
Require in-person field work with data collection and testing instrumentation and computer-based research and development.
This is part of the DataCity Smart Mobility Testing Ground initiative to build a living lab for research and development of Connected and Automated Vehicle and Smart City technologies.
- 30%: Collaborates with DataCity PIs and students to design, develop, and implement technology solutions for DataCity’s data sharing and application test platforms
- 30%: Monitors, assesses, and tests the performance of both front-end and back-end systems, identifying areas for improvement and developing comprehensive enhancement plans
- 10%: Engages in effective outreach and coordination efforts with transportation agencies and private sectors to identify and address client needs and seek collaboration opportunities.
- 10%: Prepares, plans, and writes funding proposals to secure financial support from federal, state, and local funding opportunities.
- 10%: Provides technical support, guidance, and necessary training to internal students engineer/developer teams and agency partners to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
- 10%: Ensures effective documentation of system processes, configurations, and changes, promoting knowledge sharing and consistent best practices.
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details
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