Job ID: 242692

Post-Doctoral Researcher in Transportation Engineering

Western Kentucky University

  • Aug. 4, 2024
 
  • Post-Doctoral Researcher in Transportation Engineering
  • School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
  • https://www.wku.edu/tscar/
  • Western Kentucky University
    Bowling Green, KY
 
  • Open until filled (preferably by June 15, 2024)
  • Available immediately or best by August 1, 2024
  •  
 
  • Post-Doc
  • Transportation Engineering
    Civil Engineering
    Engineering - Other
 
 

Job Overview and Description:

One to two exciting post-doctoral research associate positions are available for individuals interested to pursue scholarly research in transportation engineering at Western Kentucky University (WKU), particularly in transportation safety (crash analysis). Candidates need to demonstrate prior experience and publication record in prestigious journals specialized in traffic safety as part of their resume, such as: Accident Analysis & Prevention, Transportation Research Record, Journal of Safety Research, Safety Science, ASCE: Journal of Transportation Engineering, Traffic Injury Prevention, etc. The position is secured for one year, with the possibility of extension pending satisfactory performance and funding availability. The duties include the following:

- Work on several transportation safety grants sponsored by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC or the Kentucky DOT), including motorcycle safety, distracted driving crashes, roundabout and Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT) intersection safety, and application of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques for analyzing the impact of weather information on traffic safety in Kentucky.

- Write scholarly papers for submission to prestigious peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Accident Analysis & Prevention, Transportation Research Record, Journal of Safety Research, Safety Science, ASCE: Journal of Transportation Engineering, Traffic Injury Prevention, etc.) and quality conference proceedings (e.g., TRB, ASCE: ICTD, etc.).

- Assist in writing external grant proposals.

- Guide undergraduate/graduate students in their research.

- Propose research ideas for the driving simulator at the Transportation Safety & Crash Avoidance Research (TSCAR) Lab/ Facility and the upcoming Center for Transportation Research (CTR) at WKU.

- Work as a team with existing post-doctoral researchers at the Transportation Safety & Crash Avoidance Research (TSCAR) Laboratory/Facility.

- Advocate for the upcoming WKU Center for Transportation Research (CTR).

The recruited individual(s) will work directly under the supervision of Dr. Kirolos Haleem. The full-time post-doctoral researcher candidate(s) will support the growth of the WKU "Transportation Safety & Crash Avoidance Research (TSCAR) Laboratory/Facility" to be the "Center for Transportation Research (CTR)" and will work with a team of researchers, including Dr. Haleem, post-doctoral researchers, and multiple undergraduate students.

Requirements:

The post-doctoral research associate candidate should acquire, at a minimum, a Ph.D. degree in civil (transportation) engineering, specifically in transportation safety research. Once more, candidates should demonstrate prior experience and publication record in prestigious journals specialized in traffic safety as part of their resume, such as: Accident Analysis & Prevention, Transportation Research Record, Journal of Safety Research, Safety Science, ASCE: Journal of Transportation Engineering, Traffic Injury Prevention, etc.

Interested applicants should apply via this link (https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=81E2FFA8469DBC5421E9E65409492242?JOBID=174213) and submit the following:

  • Letter of intent (cover letter).
  • CV (including all publications "published and under review").
  • Names and contact information for three references.

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received. The expected hire date is on or about July/August 2024.

About Western Kentucky University:

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,500 faculty and staff employees.

Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our diverse and evolving communities.

Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.

Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about.


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Contact Information

 
  • Dr. Kirolos Haleem
    School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
    Western Kentucky University
    Bowling Green, KY 42101
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  • kirolos.haleem@wku.edu


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