Research Scientist Principal Assoc/KTC - Military veterans preferred

Posting Details

PhD

2 yrs

None

lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm.

The Kentucky Transportation Center (KTC) seeks applicants for a Research Scientist Principal Associate/KTC. Prospective applicants should be interested in multidisciplinary transportation research and working on a broad range of topics. The Center performs research in several areas for local, state, and federal transportation agencies. Research foci include highway design; project management; pavement design and maintenance; infrastructure assessment and roadway forensic analysis; construction management; highway and infrastructure safety; structural engineering and preservation; intelligent transportation systems; economic, financial, and policy dimensions of transportation; traffic operations; and environmental analysis.

Prospective applicants should have at least three (3) years of research experience in one or more of the areas listed above. The Research Scientist Principal Associate may supervise one or more research scientists or technicians, and must have demonstrated abilities in planning, scoping, and managing complex research projects. The Research Scientist Principal Associate is expected to assist program managers and KTC leadership with building lasting partnerships with our clients, transportation organizations, and agencies. They should have demonstrated experience preparing research reports, grant proposals, and materials that facilitate technology transfer. Candidates with less research experience or knowledge outside of the areas listed above may be considered on a case-by-case basis based on their qualifications.

KTC is a vibrant, dynamic, and collegial environment where salary and benefits packages are competitive with the private sector. Our key benefits include:

At KTC there is no shortage of interesting, exciting, and challenging work. We remain committed to building a respectful workplace that recognizes employees perform their best when they maintain a healthy work-life balance. Come join us in building the transportation systems of the future!

A complete submission for this position includes a cover letter, resume, and completed application.

Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Good written and verbal communication skills. Works well in a team setting, but also thrives working independently. Pays close attention to detail. Employs strong analytical and organization skills. Excels even when working under time constraints. Robust interpersonal skills and customer service oriented. Is an innovative thinker and problem solver. Effectively provides guidance and direction to other team members. Strong leader with management experience. Driver’s License.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.