Responsible to carry out a number of traffic research studies in support the mission of AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. This individual will manage one or more studies awarded to other research institutions. Supports the Technical Director and the Executive Director of the Foundation by providing information on relevant traffic safety issues and findings on research projects. This individual also works closely with other researchers on various assigned tasks and internal technical activities. As necessary, the Researcher represents the Foundation on committees/working groups both internal and external to AAA to disseminate information on Foundation’s work.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform traffic safety research on topics in support of the mission of AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Carry out a variety of technical activities such as literatures reviews, design research experiments, analyze data, interpret and document results, and present relevant findings.
Manage one or more research projects funded by the AAA Foundation to other research institutions to ensure projects are meeting their goals with minimal delays and within budget.
Assist the Technical Director and the Executive Director of the Foundation on a variety of issues related to traffic safety. Carry out tasks per requests on specific topics.
Performs other related duties, tasks, requests and directives issued from management as required
Physical attendance in the company’s office is required on a scheduled approved by the Executive Director.
Requirements, Competencies and Certifications:
Demonstrates the technical knowledge and analytical skills required to do the job.
Checks for mutual understanding when working with others to ensure research findings are fairly represented.
Takes initiative to help others to complete their tasks in support of group goals.
Delivers on time and quality work products that meet the agreed upon requirements.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Experience in project management and technical publications.
Excellent interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, and be adaptable in a fast paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
Strong research skills, including statistical methods and critical analysis of technical literature.
Experience in carrying out independent technical tasks and managing research contracts.
Strong interest in and passion for improving traffic safety.
Education and Experience:
Graduate degree in Engineering (civil, industrial, mechanical), Human Factors, Experimental Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or Public Health is preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years of research experience on traffic/transportation issues.
Knowledge of traffic safety, human factors, traffic engineering & operations, and statistics.
For more than 70 years, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has been true to its mission to prevent traffic deaths and injuries by conducting research into their causes and by educating the public about strategies to prevent crashes and reduce injuries when they do occur.
Since 1947, the Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has created many important studies and educational tools involving multiple major traffic safety issues and, as a result, has long been recognized as a leader in the field.
Drawing on both in-house resources and the work of leading experts around the world, the Foundation’s work generates concrete recommendations for preventing crashes, injuries and deaths on our roads.
In addition, research findings from the Foundation have helped to strengthen laws, build public awareness of safety concerns and trends, inform automakers on safety design issues, and advise transportation agencies on vital roadway improvements.
