Senior Transportation Research Program Lead

National Academies; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 126,880 - 198,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement and savings benefits

Education assistance

Job summary

ViziRecruiter,LLC. is seeking a Senior Team Leader in Washington, DC, to provide leadership for a team responsible for diverse transportation research projects. This role entails strategic oversight, team management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure research quality and operational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or equivalent experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a background in managing high-profile projects. This position offers hybrid work with a 60% onsite expectation and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a related field with 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to manage complex research projects and teams.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee applied transportation research projects.
• Manage staff performance and development.
• Ensure compliance with standards and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Master's or Bachelor's degree with significant experience

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Asana

Job description

ViziRecruiter,LLC. is seeking a Senior Team Leader in Washington, DC, to provide leadership for a team responsible for diverse transportation research projects. This role entails strategic oversight, team management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure research quality and operational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or equivalent experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a background in managing high-profile projects. This position offers hybrid work with a 60% onsite expectation and competitive compensation.