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RSCH AND DEV ENGR 4 (Sustainable Freight Research Director)

Department Description

The Sustainable Freight Research Center is a growing research and policy program in the Institute of Transportation Studies of the University of California, Davis. It grows out of the STEPS program and focuses on truck, rail and other freight sectors and on technologies for decarbonization, along with analysis of logistics systems. The Center receives support from a range of government and industry partners, planning agencies and research foundations, and works in close cooperation with the federally-funded National Center for Sustainable Transportation and the other research programs at UC Davis.

Job Summary

Direct the Sustainable Freight Research Program (SF) within the STEPS+ framework. Provide technical leadership to the SF research team and manage grant-funded research projects. Work with colleagues to expand the supporting membership of SF. Oversee the SF budget and allocate funding to researchers and students. Oversee organization of SF research activities. Manage researchers and identify needs for personnel changes or new hires as needed. Interface with Sf members to identify new research activities and share information and research. Work with other STEPS+ leaders to organize workshops, Symposia, and other relevant events. Function with a high degree of autonomy, exercising independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Serve as an advanced technical specialist and provide leadership within the UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies (ITS) and participate in ITS strategic planning to guide the selection of future topic areas and to engage with collaborators, clients, and funders.

Develop and maintain ITS expertise in advanced environmental vehicles, energy storage systems, propulsion systems, and fuels. Participate in relevant conferences, organize technical events and meetings, author technical and outreach documents. Manage and identify proposal opportunities, develop proposals and produce briefings to funding agencies, and participate in relevant conferences, technical events and meetings.

Participate in and help lead the production of required reports that document project results to project funders. Serve as an advisor and team leader for participating staff and teams of students to complete funded projects within ITS.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$95,900.000 - $189,900.00 /annual

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Contract

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

10/05/2023

One (1) - month recruitment. Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. This position can be filled prior to apply by date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work at a computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work flexible schedule and occasional weekends, usually on short notice to meet operational needs.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or equivalent experience and education related to advanced environmental vehicles.
• Experience in studying advanced environmental vehicles and related research programs and project analysis.
• Knowledge and experience in collecting data and analyzing data sets, experience developing models for understanding advanced environmental vehicles. Experience creating and utilizing large spreadsheet models.
• Experience publishing peer reviews journal articles and white papers.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Knowledge of energy research and policies in the state of California and broader United States.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact with technical and non-technical individuals, to teach, train, manage, research, secure, and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems and make public presentations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, or equivalent experience and education related to advanced environmental vehicles, vehicle propulsion systems, fuels, and vehicle energy storage systems.
• Skills to interpret, and apply federal/state/university rules, regulations, and policies to specific projects issues

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Salary Range

$95,900.000 - $189,900.00 /annual

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Contract

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

10/05/2023


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=57241&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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