Postdoctoral Associate in Transport Demand: The Sustainable and Innovative Transport Demand (SIT-D) lab at New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to engage in research utilizing Immersive Virtual Reality to assess user preferences for innovative transport systems.
Postdoctoral Associate in Sustainable and Innovative Transport Demand
Designation
Postdoctoral Associate
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Behavioral analysis, Mathematical modeling, Transport systems |
| Location | Abu Dhabi, UAE |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – PhD in a relevant field – Experience with neurophysiological measurements – Knowledge of Unity or Unreal Engine (desirable) |
| Job Description | – Design and conduct experiments – Collect and analyze neurophysiological and relevant data – Program and develop analysis routines – Understand consumer behavior for sustainable transport innovations |
| How to Apply | Submit a cover letter, CV, transcript, research statement, and two letters of recommendation in PDF format via Interfolio. |
| Last Date to Apply | Applications accepted immediately until the position is filled |
Research Area
The research involves interdisciplinary studies that explore consumer behavior and decision-making processes surrounding sustainable transport modes and innovations. It draws from behavioral economics, psychology, neuroscience, and computer science.
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Associate, your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and conducting experiments to understand user decision-making processes related to transportation innovations.
- Collecting neurophysiological data and other relevant metrics.
- Programming experiments and analysis routines.
- Performing quantitative analysis of collected data.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare the following application materials in PDF format:
- Cover letter/Statement of research interests
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcript of degree
- Research statement
- At least two letters of recommendation
All materials should be submitted through Interfolio.
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be accepted immediately and considered until the position is filled.
For any inquiries, please contact Prof. Elisabetta Cherchi at Elisabetta.Cherchi@nyu.edu.
Note: NYU Abu Dhabi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
