Specialist - Research-Fixed Term

Company: Research-Fixed Term
Location: East Lansing
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary The fixed-term Research Specialist will play a pivotal role in our multidisciplinary research team, focusing on traffic safety, operations, highway design, equity/access, and the application of statistical and econometric methods to transportation data. The successful applicant will lead day-to-day activities on various research projects funded by public and private agencies as a project manager. They will also have the opportunity to mentor both graduate and undergraduate students. The position will contribute to research and education and offer the chance to develop courses, teach, and participate in evaluative activities. It can also engage with the Institute of Transportation Engineers student chapter and collaborate with other departments and colleges across the university involved in mobility-related research and education. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Doctorate -Civil Engineering or related field Minimum Requirements Earned PhD degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field. Experience in traffic safety and econometric methods. Strong oral and written communication skills. Work well in a team setting and be highly self-motivated. Desired Qualifications Doctorate in Transportation Engineering or a Civil Engineering degree specializing in transportation engineering. Have a proven track record of effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Research expertise in road user behavior, safety performance function development, crash countermeasure evaluation, and work zone safety and operations. Ability to supervise graduate and undergraduate researchers. Required Application Materials Research statement Resume Three references with contact information Special Instructions Application review will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. Review of Applications Begins On 06/04/2024 Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Website https://www.egr.msu.edu/cee/ Department Statement The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community. By collaborating with faculty, staff, and students, the department develops programs and resources that support curricular and co-curricular success and prepare students for academic and professional achievement. The CEE Department offers civil and environmental engineering degree programs specializing in structures, pavements, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, transportation, water resources, and energy/sustainability. MSU's campus is park-like, featuring outlying research facilities and natural areas. It is located in East Lansing, next to the state capital, Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 541,000 and boasts excellent school systems and a strong emphasis on education. MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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