- Reference number: 25037
- Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis for one (1) year
- Remuneration: AUD$94,453 to AUD$128,163 pa. (inclusive of AUD$79,813 to AUD$108,300 salary p.a.; 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Research Fellow in Transport Demand and Travel Behaviour, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering to join School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering.
To support our research activities in Transport Engineering and Transport Data Analytics at QUT, we are seeking a highly motivated professional with strong publication records and advanced proficiency in travel demand modelling, discrete choice modelling, designing choice experiments and machine-learning methods to address sustainable transport and mobility challenges.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering brings together engineers who deliver teaching and research excellence in the sustainable design, planning, construction and operation of infrastructure and resource management to solve societal challenges and support more liveable communities. We design and improve infrastructure to address real-world challenges such as overpopulation, natural disasters, and climate change, and we shape the world we live in by engineering liveable and sustainable environments with safe, efficient, and reliable infrastructure. Our teams are actively engaged in research and teaching in the areas of infrastructure, environmental engineering, and civil construction with key strengths including:
• Traffic operations and efficiency
• Intelligent transport systems
• Transport Safety
• Travel demand
• Transport systems
• Urban water management
• Climate change adaptation
• Infrastructure resilience
• Structural health monitoring
• Fire safety engineering
Our research is supported by deep industry connections that enable the translation of our cutting-edge research into real-world outcomes. We have a highly capable higher-degree research student body, with over 80 students engaged in MPhil and PhD programs. The School’s research is well aligned with the University’s real-world positioning through better partnerships across internal and external boundaries. Our researchers study the natural, built and virtual environments to find ways to make them more sustainable, secure and resilient. Our School also has ties with major QUT research centres, including the Centre for Data Science, Centre for Materials Science and Centre for Agriculture and Bioeconomy..
What you need to succeed
1. Completion of a doctoral qualification in . in Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, Econometrics, or a closely related field.
2. Demonstrated research experience in one or more relevant research fields such as transport demand, travel behaviour, transport engineering, transport planning, transport modelling, machine learning and transport economics.
3. A strong publication record in high-impact journals showcasing research productivity.
4. Proven advanced proficiency in using modelling tools for transport demand and discrete choice models, such as R or GAUSS. Strong coding skills in Python (or similar languages) for managing large datasets, developing custom models, visualisation, and automating analytical processes.
5. Demonstrated experience and understanding of survey development for sustainable travel behaviour (e.g., mode choice, choice experiment, theory of planned behaviour) and demand analysis.
6. Proven experience in successfully delivering externally funded research projects and writing competitive research grant applications.
7. Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the capacity to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
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Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.
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Job opens: 12-Feb-2025
Applications Close: 12-Mar-2025 at 11.30pm
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