Travel Demand Modeling - Senior Analyst

Resource Systems Group; Hartford (VT); Remote; USD 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics company seeks a talented Travel Modeling Senior Analyst to develop forecasting tools and support US transportation agencies. The role involves data management, statistical analysis, scripting, and collaboration in a remote environment. The ideal candidate has a Master's in a quantitative field and experience in transportation modeling. Competitive salary with unique benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) matching

Paid volunteer time

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in transportation models or data science.
• Effective communication in various settings with peers and clients.
• Experience with statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Engage in model design, data analysis, and documentation.
• Specify and estimate models and calibrate components.
• Contribute to the development of travel forecasting models.

Skills

Scripting experience with Python

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in a quantitative field

Tools

SQL

SAS

GitHub

Job description

Overview

RSG seeks a talented and versatile travel modeling senior analyst to assist with the development and application of state-of-the-art transportation models.

You help develop forecasting tools and data products to support US transportation agencies as they navigate the rapidly evolving world of mobility. Your work involves data development, data management, and data analysis using standard databases and GIS, as well as statistical analysis and programming to support the development and application of travel forecasting models. Your work also involves a wide range of transportation modeling activities, including model design, data analysis and scripting, development and evaluation of forecasts, and documentation of technical work. Activities include specification and estimation of models, data analysis, scripting, model implementation, software development, and calibrating and validating model components. You are part of a team that develops innovative best-in-class models, software, and forecasts for regions and states throughout the US.

You have good technical judgment and work as a team player who is resourceful, clear, and creative. You are amiable and have strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills that enable you to communicate complex technical materials clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. You participate in meetings with team members and clients, and you manage your tasks on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of your clients.

Responsibilities (as part of the modeling team)

• Engage in model design, data analysis, scripting, development and evaluation of forecasts, and documentation of technical work.
• Specify and estimate models, perform data analysis, implement models in software, and calibrate and validate model components.
• Contribute to the development of best-in-class travel forecasting models, software, and data products for US regions and states.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a quantitative field, such as engineering, math, computer science, or geography
• 0-3 years of experience in transportation and/or land-use models, data science, or a related field
• Scripting experience with Python (pandas, NumPy), R, VB, GISDK, or similar
• Experience with and understanding of database and statistical software (e.g., SQL, SAS, R, Python)
• Effective in a variety of communication settings: one-to-one and in groups; with peers, supervisors, and clients; in-person and long-distance

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in scientific computer programming with Java, C++, Python, R, C#/.Net, or similar
• Experience with one or more transportation modeling packages (Cube, EMME, TransCAD, and/or VISUM)
• Experience with software development tools such as GitHub, version control, issue tracking, testing, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work virtually with geographically dispersed teammates
• Desire and ability to learn and understand new data science technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $76k-$107k (compensation within the posted range is based on multiple factors including geographic location, experience, internal equity, and qualifications. Offers are typically not made at the top of the range)
• 100% employee-owned company with employee stock ownership plan
• Competitive 401(k) with matching, medical with HSA, dental, vision, disability and other insurance coverage
• Many other unique benefits including floating holidays, paid volunteer time, and professional development opportunities.

If you are passionate about leveraging your travel modeling expertise to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you. This position is a 100% remote opportunity.

To submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position, apply through the application portal.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

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