Postdoctoral Fellow - Sustainable Transportation and Spatial Data Science
Listed on 2025-10-08
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IT/Tech
Data Scientist -
Research/Development
Data Scientist
Review of applications will begin November 15th, and continue until the position is filled.
Position Information
Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow - Sustainable Transportation and Spatial Data Science
Posting Number: P1860F
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary: The Eco Tran Lab in the Department of Geosciences at Auburn University is seeking a highly motivated and creative postdoctoral researcher to join our team. Working with Dr. Luyu Liu, you will focus on cutting-edge projects aimed at improving sustainable transportation networks using advanced computational techniques, data analysis, and artificial intelligence. We seek candidates specializing in the following empirical topics: sustainable transportation (including public transit, biking, shared mobility, and walking), urban resiliency (e.g., urban heat and air pollution exposure), and mobility equity.
We also desire candidates with skills in advanced programming, spatial data science, GIS, and GeoAI. Your research will contribute to the development of sustainable, smart, and resilient urban transportation systems.
Eco Tran Lab, directed by Dr. Luyu Liu at Auburn University, is dedicated to advancing the field of urban transportation through innovative research and practical solutions. The lab focuses on integrating data science, AI, and GIS with transportation engineering to create sustainable and efficient urban mobility systems. With a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making, Eco Tran Lab is collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to address the challenges facing modern cities.
This is a 1-year contract job with possible extension based on need, funding, and performance. We offer a competitive salary and benefits.
Key responsibilities include:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should have completed their PhD at the time appointment begins in Transportation, Geography, Data Science, Urban Planning or a related field. Candidates must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin November 15th, and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Open Until Filled: Yes
References required for this position? Yes (minimum number requested:
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