Research Implementation & Technology Transfer; T2 Specialist

Position: Research Implementation & Technology Transfer (T2) Specialist
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Research Implementation & Technology Transfer (T2) Specialist to support a government agency in Tallahassee, Florida. This position is embedded within the client's central office and serves as the critical bridge between completed transportation research and real-world application. The Specialist helps drive research projects from final product delivery into practical field deployment through rigorous implementation planning and tracking, strategic storytelling, and knowledge dissemination across a statewide research portfolio.

Core Services & Responsibilities

Implementation Strategy & Post-Project Closeout

* Closeout Leadership:
Facilitate formal project closeout meetings to capture final results and key transition points.

* The Implementation Matrix:
Design and document "Implementation Reports" using a custom matrix focused on simplicity and practicality to accelerate the transition from research findings to field deployment.

* Benefit Analytics:
Assist in supporting financial and operational benefit evaluations to document the return on investment (ROI) of each completed research project.

* Strategic Communications (Waves & Voices)

* Multi-Media Storytelling:
Translate technical findings into accessible "waves" of content, including for feature articles, newsletters, posters, video scripts, and other multimedia formats.

* Success Amplification:
Facilitate "Voices of Success" features that highlight lessons learned and project accomplishments for both internal leadership and external stakeholders.

* Digital Presence:
Manage and update the Research website and portals to ensure project deliverables are current, accessible, and searchable by practitioners and partners.

* Knowledge & Technology Transfer (T2) Events

* Content Creation:
Facilitate knowledge and technology transfer (T2) content such as implementation guides, webinars, workshops, and training materials to support technology adoption among agency staff and partner organizations.

* Event Coordination:
Organize and lead technology transfer events, webinars, and demonstrations to showcase new tools, methods, and research findings to field personnel and stakeholders.

* Portfolio & Program Management

* Active Monitoring:
Manage a high-volume portfolio of 35-45 active research projects, providing oversight on implementation status, tracking deployment hurdles, and escalating issues as needed.

* Dashboard Analytics:
Schedule and document monthly status meetings and provide the data analytics necessary to populate the program's performance dashboards, supporting transparent reporting to agency leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

* General knowledge of the transportation industry and research lifecycle

* Strong ability to translate technical research into practical, field-ready applications

* Excellent communication skills across written, visual, and multimedia formats

* Strong analytical and organizational skills, including program tracking and reporting

* Experience in technology transfer, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge dissemination

* Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate a high-volume portfolio of 35-45 projects simultaneously

Education & Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field

* Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in transportation research, technology transfer, program management, or a closely related discipline

* Demonstrated experience translating technical research findings into accessible written, visual, or multimedia content for non-technical audiences

* Experience coordinating or facilitating events such as workshops, webinars, or stakeholder meetings

* Proficiency with project tracking, reporting tools, and digital content management platforms

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field

* Experience working with or supporting a state or local transportation agency, research center, or public-sector client

* Familiarity with technology…