Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Postdoctoral Research ScholarPosting DetailsPosition OverviewEssential Job Duties - NC State Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), seeks a postdoctoral researcher in the transportation area related to human-Autonomous Vehicle (AV) interactions. For questions regarding the position please contact Professor Danjue Chen (View email address on click.appcast.io). The postdoc training and mentoring will be in:Helping to advance research in human-automation interaction.Helping to establish in the professional community.Helping to get familiar with writing proposals.Helping & supervising in graduate & undergraduate students advising.The research project will study how human users (as a driver or AV user) interact with AVs on the road to investigate a set of problems like (1) how human drivers decide whether to cooperate with AVs (e.g., to yield or not) and (2) how AV users decide whether to accept the cooperation from the algorithmic design? We are interested in learning the influential factors in such human-AV interactions, the decision-making process from the cognitive and/or behavioral economics perspective, and how to develop strategies to promote human-AV cooperation (e.g., via improved communication design, or nudging). We expect to utilize a simulator network consisting of multiple connected driving simulators (i.e., with embedded connectivity). Responsibilities include (1) designing and implementing research experiments, (2) conducting data analysis, and (3) paper writing.Other Work/Responsibilities - Other responsibilities include (1) supervising graduate students in research, and (2) developing research proposals.Wolfpack Perks and Benefits - As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Requirements and PreferencesWork Schedule - M-F, 8 AM-5PM unless noted otherwiseDepartment Required Skills - PhD degree in transportation, economics, industrial engineering, psychology, or a related field. Excellent communication skills. Self-motivated with professional work ethics. Highly desired experience in one or more of these areas: behavioral economics, human factors, statistics, and experimental design.Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education - Experience in one or more of these areas: multi-agent interaction, driving simulators, game theory, and human-computer interactionRecruitment DetailsAnticipated Hiring Range - $58,656-$60,000Recruitment DatesJob Open Date - 11/13/2023Applicant InformationEEO - NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.