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Research Principal (Transport Planning)

Institute of Sustainable Futures

UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) is looking to recruit a highly talented and experienced researcher for a Research Principal role, to work on innovative research projects in the field of sustainable passenger transport. The Institute is a participating unit in the UTS: Transport Research Centre, which fosters customer-centred transport technology research, teaching and learning programs undertaken by multi-disciplinary research teams from across various UTS faculties.

ISF carries out game-changing research, focusing on problem framing, strategic planning and service centered least cost planning approaches. By combining analysis of operational, behavioural and governance features relating to multi-modal transport networks, the key pillars of sustainability - economic, social, cultural and environment - are harmonised to create the research and technology innovation outcomes that distinguish ISF.

Established for 20 years, ISF works with thought leaders in government, the transport industry and community organisations, in Australia and internationally, to create change towards sustainable futures.

We are seeking applications from skilled and experienced candidates for a Transport Planner role to work on innovative research projects in areas that include:

• Responsive Passenger Information Systems - a new class of passenger information system developed at UTS that uses robotic technology
• Network planning and optimisation with a focus on least-cost planning options through enhanced operations and use of smart system technologies
• Integrated transport and land-use analysis aimed at creating pathways towards more sustainable urban futures

Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the development of a dynamic and critical research community based on peer learning and reflective practice
• Contributing to the design and completion of high quality, innovative research projects by working in project teams
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities for new research and the preparation of funding proposals consistent with ISF objectives and strategic planning

Outline of the main skills/experience required:

• Demonstrated experience with network planning and optimisation
• Transport planning (with transport operations experience preferred but not essential)
• Customer-service based transport solutions
• Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams on interdisciplinary research projects
• Considerable experience in managing project teams from planning and delegation of work and managing budgets to the supervision of staff and students
• Postgraduate qualifications related to transport planning or engineering

Remuneration

Base Salary Range: $98,447 to $112653 pa Level B

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. Employee benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for three years.

How To Apply

Prior to commencing your application for IRC92886, please review the Position Statement and the relevant selection criteria - click on the apply link to be taken to the relevant page. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.

Closing Date: Thursday 25th May 2017 at 11.59pm (AEST)

We are committed to diversity and social inclusion, evidenced by our WGEA Employer of Choice citation, Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy and the UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. We welcome applications from women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles), Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.