Research Assistant, National Advanced Driving Simulator
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- General knowledge of research labs and procedures.
- Evening, weekend and overnight hours are required as needed during research studies.
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience in recruiting, scheduling and consenting human subjects; as well as experience in collecting data for research studies involving human participants
- Experience administering and coding questionnaires, as well as questionnaire design. Experience with using software to design questionnaires such as Qualtrics or REDCap.
- Transportation research experience with measurement of human performance in vehicles (simulation and/or on-road vehicles)
- Have a valid driver license and ability to meet and maintain UI driving requirements.
Desired Qualifications
- General knowledge and experience with the collection of human subject’s data including the policies and procedures for obtaining Institutional Review Board approval; experience with the policies and procedures of the University of Iowa Institutional Review Board and HawkIRB.
- Experience with the use of eye tracking technology, biometric sensor, or other physiological sensors. Ability to analyze and interpret data from those sensors.
- Experience with database, mathematical, and analysis software: Microsoft Access, SAS/SPSS/R, and Mathworks Matlab.
- Experience with simulation authoring tools for development and testing.
- Familiarity and experience with vehicle automation technologies (Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, AutoPilot, SuperCruise, etc.).
- Ability to drive or ride in a simulator or vehicle for long time periods (e.g., 2+ hours).
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
