Post-Doctoral Research Associate at ECMR (UAE University)

, by Dr. Luqman Ali

The Emirates Center for Mobility Research (ECMR) at UAE University is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in mobility systems, smart transportation technologies, and sustainable transport solutions. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, engineers, and policymakers to tackle real-world transportation challenges and support the UAE’s strategic goals in sustainable and future mobility.

Minimum Qualification

  • PhD degree in Transportation Engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualification

  • PhD degree in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field with demonstrated expertise in transportation modeling and simulation.

Expected Skills and Responsibilities

The Research Associate is expected to:

  1. Conduct advanced research in one or more of the following areas: agent-based modeling, smart cities, sustainable transportation, traffic systems, electric vehicles, and connected transport networks.
  2. Develop and apply agent-based transport simulation models, with hands-on experience in MATSim (Multi-Agent Transport Simulation) strongly preferred.
  3. Build models, algorithms, and simulations for real-world transportation planning and policy analysis.
  4. Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects with faculty, industry experts, and government stakeholders.
  5. Assist and co-supervise PhD and Masters students in transportation research.
  6. Prepare and publish high-quality research papers in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
  7. Contribute to grant proposals and engage with funding agencies.
  8. Mentor graduate and undergraduate students involved in mobility research projects.
  9. Support the Center’s outreach and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  10. Aid in the Center’s administrative duties, including preparing marketing material, conducting follow-up meetings with potential clients and partners, writing formal letters, and obtaining necessary approvals.
  11. Monitor and manage project plans, schedules, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.

Application

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