Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV, Center for Transportation Research in Cockrell School of Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV in the Center for Transportation Research (CTR) at the Pickle Research Campus to advance transportation research on emerging mobility technologies.

This exempt, full-time position begins immediately and is expected to continue through December 31, 2027, with responsibilities spanning government agency collaborations and program innovations.

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV, Center for Transportation Research in Cockrell School of Engineering

Hiring Department:

Center for Transportation Research

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2027

Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details:

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation's most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin - named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report - the Cockrell School embodies the city's innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Purpose

The Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV (RESA IV) role is to conduct transportation-related research within the Center for Transportation Research (CTR) on emerging mobility technologies and program innovations for use by government agencies, including local and regional Texas transportation agencies and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

Responsibilities