Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M - Corpus Christi • Corpus Christi, TX

11h • $60,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The postdoctoral researcher will prepare research protocols, conduct studies, and publish papers on human factors and control measures related to transportation and roadway safety, emerging technology integrations, and wearable device and protective equipment performance assessment. This will involve using digital twin technologies, 3-dimensional body scanning systems, an array of field data collection sensors, robots, and other devices. The studies may or may not include human subjects.

Requirements

• Earned Doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering, Transportation Safety, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field; advanced ABD will be considered - degree must be conferred by the time of appointment.
• A record of scholarship in preparing research protocol, conducting study, and writing paper.
• A record demonstrating knowledge, skills, and abilities in coordinating research projects, mentoring student interns, and debugging instrumentation.
• Ability to work independently as well as work with teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in interdisciplinary research relevant to digital twin for roadway safety, human-system interface evaluation, or risk assessment associated with automation and emerging technologies.
• Instrumentation experience, such as drone operation and simulation software integration, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare research proposals and human study protocols.
• Coordinate human subject recruitment, conduct human studies, and/or perform field data collection.
• Publish and present research topics.
• Participate in grant proposal and project report preparation.
• Coordinate lab activities, such as study scheduling, protocol review, and partner communication.
• Maintain lab equipment and software, such as equipment calibration and software update.
• Conduct regular lab safety check, such as lab equipment set-up, workspace, and participant protection.
• Conduct lab supply inventory and assure readiness of research labs.
• Mentor student workers and participate in lab lecturing.
• Host lab tours for stakeholders, university events, prospect students, and others.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with up to 83% of premium covered by the university for employee and family coverage.
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental D&D insurance
• Long Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Day Care Spending Account
• DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
• ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness
• Book scholarships
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree