TTI Assistant Research Scientist

Texas A&M University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Tuition reimbursement program (if elig

Job summary

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute's Energy and Right of Way Program seeks an interdisciplinary transportation expert to apply knowledge to energy, right-of-way, and utility engineering research. The successful applicant will conduct applied research across transportation sectors and may support health and transportation research under the CEM.

The successful candidate will independently lead research projects, work with multi-disciplinary teams, and actively seek externally funded

Qualifications

• Master’s in engineering.
• 3 years of related work experience in infrastructure project delivery or research.
• Ability to independently manage research projects and secure funding.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and report phases of research projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate data collection, analysis, and documentation for reports and sponsors.
• Develop research proposals and engage sponsors to obtain funds.

Skills

Interdisciplinary research

Project leadership

Data analysis

Proposal development

Education

Master's in Engineering

Tools

SQL

CAD

GIS

Job description

Job TitleTTI Assistant Research Scientist Agency Texas A&M Transportation Institute Department Energy and Right of Way Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationSan Antonio, Texas Job TypeFaculty

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 75 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.

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

TTI is a Texas based agency. This position has the flexibility of a hybrid remote option with three days in a TTI Texas based office. This can be discussed further during the interview process. Your primary duty station will be TTI San Antonio - Castle Hills, located at: 1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 605, San Antonio, TX 78213 You are required to report to this location for the first 30 days of employment. Following this initial period, a flexible work arrangement may be approved at the agency’s discretion. This position is based in the San Antonio office; however, consideration may be given for candidates to be located at other TTI urban offices, depending on business needs and organizational fit. San Antonio is the preferred reporting location. The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Job Summary

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s Energy and Right of Way Program is seeking a candidate with interdisciplinary transportation expertise interested in applying their knowledge to energy, right-of-way, and utility engineering research. The successful applicant will conduct applied research in the areas of transportation (on-road, non-road, construction, airport, rail, etc.) focusing on the intersection of energy, right-of-way, and utilities with the transportation infrastructure. The candidate may also support health and transportation research under the TTI Center for Efficient Mobility (CEM). The successful applicant will perform research on externally funded projects, and actively seek and obtain externally funded research projects by participating in research proposal development and outreach to sponsors. The successful applicant is expected to independently lead research projects and work within collaborative teams on research projects led by other Principal Investigators (PIs). Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Applied research duties, including data collection, analysis, coordination, and supervision: Plan, schedule, coordinate, and report detailed phases of research and development projects. Evaluate and document data collection requirements and activities. Coordinate data gathering activities and gather data needed for research tasks. Assemble, organize, document, and archive datasets. Synthesize data and extract meaningful statistics and trends. Develop and/or run applications to conduct the research. Analyze and develop potential new techniques, policies, procedures, and recommendations. Conduct the necessary literature review and background information search to support techniques and methodologies used, as well as documenting past research for reporting purposes. (40%)
• Assist with the overall direction and management, which includes the day-to‑day supervision, planning, administration, evaluation, and implementation of the division/program's research functions. Manage, communicate, and coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams comprising research staff, graduate and undergraduate students, and support staff to ensure the completion of research objectives and timely delivery of high-quality project deliverables. (15%)
• Report preparation: Compile, document, and present results in formats required for inclusion in reports, technical memoranda, and presentations. Prepare technical documentation, including literature reviews, data collection, analysis, and summaries. Prepare a project reports and other deliverables as required. Prepare materials for presentation of research results and other deliverables at technical meetings or other venues and to sponsors. (15%)
• Experimental design: Plan, schedule, coordinate, and report detailed phases of experimental design. Evaluate and document experimental design process and effectiveness. Synthesize and extract meaningful experimental design metrics. Prepare materials for presentation of experimental design structure, process, and anticipated results. (15%)
• Research presentations: Prepare and give presentations to existing and potential sponsors, academic settings, or conference settings. Prepare, schedule, conduct, and document research meetings. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Required Education and Experience

Master’s in engineering. 3 years of related work experience in infrastructure project delivery or research.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to independently manage research projects from inception to completion, including responsibilities such as sponsor coordination, budget tracking, and task progress tracking. Knowledge of principles of quality and unbiased research. At least two to five (2-5) publications (published and/or accepted for publication) in major peer-reviewed journals. Demonstrated experience in developing research proposals and securing contracts and grants. Excellent verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• Doctorate in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of related work experience in right-of-way or utility engineering topics, such as utility investigations, utility conflict management, utility coordination, utility design, utility construction, and utility asset management.
• Work experience in transportation project development and delivery, relocation and right-of-way acquisition, data modeling, database design, SQL, CAD, and GIS.
• Good understanding of software tools such as VB, VB.NET, C#, ASP, or ASP.NET.
• Good understanding of the transportation legislative framework in the United States.

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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

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.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.