Research Transportation Engineer or Research Scientist

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) seeks a researcher to answer practical questions about how to make roads safer. The position may be based in Arlington or Ruckersville, Virginia, and is eligible for up to 50% telework.

This role is for someone who wants to develop and lead applied research that can influence what agencies, communities, and practitioners do next. A researchers in this position will lead projects, work with external partners, publish findings and help build the evidence base for reducing injuries and fatalities on our roadways.

We are interested in candidates with experience in either of the following:

• Applied transportation engineering research related to roadway design, infrastructure treatments or traffic operations
• Designing and evaluating behavioral or community-based safety interventions, including work with communities and local partners

Primary Duties

• Develop research questions and lead studies addressing roadway safety issues
• Design and conduct research within the candidate’s area of expertise
• Work with state and local agencies, community partners and other stakeholders on safety-related research and evaluation projects
• Collect, manage and analyze data from field studies and other sources
• Manage research and data collection conducted by outside contractors
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and other outlets
• Present findings to technical and nontechnical audiences
• Contribute to the broader transportation safety community through collaborations, presentations and professional activities
  

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in transportation engineering, civil engineering, psychology, public health or a related field; Ph.D. preferred
• Experience conducting applied research in real-world settings
• Strong research design and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to independently develop and carry out research projects
• Interest in translating research into practical safety improvements
• Experience working with agencies, communities or other external partners preferred

Must be authorized or able to obtain authorization to work full-time in the U.S. Position not eligible for IIHS-HLDI-sponsored work visa.

Level and title will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with substantial experience may be considered for senior-level positions.

Mid-level salary range: $90,000-$133,000
Senior-level salary range: $117,000-$173,000

Compensation is based on experience level, position and office location.