Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The State Smart Transportation Initiative (SSTI) is the leading national network promoting sustainability, equity, and transparency among state transportation agencies. For more than a decade, we have worked directly with top transportation officials, agency staff, transportation experts, and other strategic partners to spread innovative best practices and support their implementation. SSTI is based at the High Road Strategy Center in Madison, Wisconsin, and operates in partnership with Smart Growth America in Washington, DC.
We are seeking a Transportation Researcher to support both qualitative and quantitative work focused on transportation policy and decision-making tools. This may include reviewing and translating best practices from transportation agencies across the U.S. It may also include technical work like accessibility analysis (measuring access to jobs and other opportunities) and similar applications. All SSTI staff contribute regularly to blogs, policy briefs, webinars, and workshops.
This person will report to SSTI's managing director and will work with other staff at the High Road Strategy Center and Smart Growth America.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally and help shape the national landscape, from the heart of a vibrant university community. Madison frequently ranks among the most livable and bike-friendly cities in the U.S. Because we are based at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, we offer a highly competitive benefits and retirement package. We encourage a healthy work-life balance and allow some flexibility in working remotely.
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion.
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in planning, engineering, data science, public policy, or a related field. A BA in an unrelated field along with relevant work experience will be considered.
Preferred:
Master's Degree in planning, engineering, data science, public policy, or a related field. A MS in an unrelated field along with relevant work experience will be considered.
Required:
Preferred:
Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Minimum $53,103 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and saving accounts; and retirement benefits.
Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
For questions on the position, contact: Jay Ferm, jferm@highroad.wisc.edu.
To apply for this position you will need to upload a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references, including your current supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.
Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the qualifications listed above.
Jay Ferm
jferm@highroad.wisc.edu
608-265-8665
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Researcher II(RE041)
A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/SOCIOLOGY/SOCIOLOGY
Academic Staff-Renewable
294349-AS
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