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Kennesaw State University
  • Position Number: 4246023
  • Location: Kennesaw, GA
  • Position Type: Science - Computer Science


Postdoctoral Researcher in Smart Transportation Systems

Job ID: 248220
Location: Marietta, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Find your wings at KSU!

Are you ready to join a higher education community leading in innovative teaching and learning?

Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country and one of the largest in the state of Georgia offering more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its nearly 43,000 students. Our university's vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, entrepreneurial spirit, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe.

We are growing and searching for talented people to join our mission!



Location

Our Marietta Campus: located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060



Job Summary

Postdoctoral Researchers support teams of KSU faculty and students (undergraduate and graduate students), which engage with external collaborators from other universities, community members, government agencies, and/or private sector entities to stimulate innovation, capacity-building, and sustainability of research and scholarly activity at KSU.

This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding till 9/30/2024. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on the continued availability of funding.



Responsibilities

Department Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Conducts research regarding modeling and optimization of smart transportation systems

2. With mentoring: (a) develops mathematical and simulation models, (b) presents and publishes research papers, (c) leads and mentors graduates and undergraduate students

3. Assists in the development of grant proposals

General Responsibilities:

1. Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses, submission of reports or of manuscripts to peer-reviewed publications, and/or attendance and presentation of research findings at appropriate venues of dissemination

2. Develops and contributes to new ideas for research proposals and directions within the research group

3. Develops an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with faculty mentor

4. Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in departmental and institutional career development programs, such as grant writing workshops

5. Prepares project budget and ensures funded project operates within budget guidelines

6. Maintains official records and documents, and ensures compliance with institutional policies, and federal, state and local regulations

7. Establishes working relationships and cooperative arrangements with internal and external partner

8. Engages in research and publication

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Ph.D. from an accredited institution of higher education

Minimum Experience Required:
None



Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $46,170.48

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php



Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously to meet assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research on a team of faculty and students with the ability to meet deliverables and milestones
Demonstrated creative and proactive approach towards problem solving
Knowledge of and experience in general analytical methods development and good analytical practices
Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or other STEM field preferred; other majors considered if applicable to research
  • Advanced knowledge of Mathematical Modeling and Optimization
  • Experience of coding in MATLAB and Mathematica
  • Advanced knowledge of Traffic Flow Theory and Control, preferred
  • Experience in Machine Learning, and specifically Neural Networks, preferred
  • Experience in grant-writing
  • Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills for developing and coordinating research projects
  • Proficient in manuscript design and drafting with minimal guidance required, as demonstrated by a record of lead-author publications
  • Possess leadership skills and patience necessary to lead a team of student assistants

    SKILLS
    Outstanding proposal and paper writing skills
    Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
    Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
    Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
    Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
    Refer to the department specific Research Addendum for additional KSA information

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Kennesaw State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin race religion, sexual orientation, or status as a protected Veteran. Kennesaw State University is a participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) effective October 15, 2007. Participant ID: 61415

    Other Information

    This is not a supervisory position.
    This position has financial responsibilities.
    No, this position will not be required to drive.
    This role is not considered a position of trust.
    This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
    This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
    This position does not require security clearance.

    Background Check
    • Standard Enhanced + Education

    Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

    All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

    https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf


    To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=248220&PostingSeq=1








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