Postdoctoral Position in Transportation Research
College of Business, North Dakota State University
Title: Transportation Postdoctoral Researcher
Location: NDSU College of Business, Fargo, ND
Duration: 1 year, with the possibility of a 1-year extension
Start Date: March 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled
North Dakota State University's (NDSU) College of Business (COB) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in transportation emissions research. This position is funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation's University Transportation Centers program through the Center for Advancing Research in Transportation Emissions, Energy, and Health (CARTEEH).
The selected candidate will evaluate carbon emissions, energy consumption, and efficiency of rural transit systems in the U.S. by developing a user-friendly carbon-footprint calculator tailored for rural transit operations and applying the Mobility Energy Productivity (MEP) metric to evaluate rural transit options. Further research could be conducted in the areas of transportation emissions, energy, and health. The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate closely with faculty members involved in the grant and is expected to take initiative in planning, executing, and documenting research tasks with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in a transportation-related field completed by the time of hire.
• Record of conducting transportation research, with experience in conducting research in topics such as transportation energy and emissions, the intersection of transportation and health, or closely related topics.
• Expertise in data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, case studies, and other stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to independently lead research tasks, document progress, and contribute to final reports, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Demonstrated excellent written communication skills with a proven ability to produce high-quality research reports, project documentation, and peer-reviewed research papers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with statistical analysis tools and spatial analysis software, such as ArcGIS.
• A strong record of peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and participation in grant-funded research projects.
• Experience or interest in public transit research.
• Experience in grant or proposal writing.

Position Benefits:
The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Application Process:
Applicants should submit the following materials to Dr. Ranjit Godavarthy at :

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by March 10, 2025.
The anticipated start date is March 2025.
For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Ranjit Godavarthy at .
NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan
  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

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