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Research and Technology Transfer Manager (Engineer/Architect 2/3, PCN 252469)

State of Alaska
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jul 2026
💰 $258,668/yr($214,947/yr$258,668/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 54565

Department: Transportation and Public Facilities

Division: DMI-DATA MODERNIZATION & INNOVATION OFFICE

Job classification: Engineer/Architect 2

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, IT and Computers, Planning and Development, Transportation, Management, Miscellaneous, Safety, Research, Program Management

Summary

ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!


Are you ready to lead the way in advancing Alaska’s transportation system? The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Data Modernization & Innovation Office, is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking individual to serve as Research and Technology Transfer Manager. In this pivotal role, you will help shape the future of Alaska’s transportation infrastructure, fostering cutting-edge research and innovative solutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and resilience across the state.


Depending on the selected applicant, this position can be filled in Juneau, Fairbanks, or Anchorage. Salary information is listed below: 


Engineer/Architect 2:

Juneau: $4,340.00 / Biweekly

Fairbanks: $4,257.60 / Biweekly

Anchorage: $4,133.60 / Biweekly


Engineer/Architect 3:

Juneau: $4,974.40 / Biweekly

Fairbanks: $4,880.00 / Biweekly

Anchorage: $4,737.60 / Biweekly


What you will be doing:
This position leads the Research and Technology Transfer section, helping DOT&PF move promising ideas from research into practical tools, processes, training, and programs that benefit Alaska’s transportation system. The incumbent will guide research, innovation, and technology transfer efforts that support safe, efficient, and resilient transportation systems. You will work with department leadership, technical experts, universities, federal partners, local agencies, and industry groups to identify research needs, test new approaches, and share successful practices across the department and transportation community.

In this role, you will:
  • Lead research and pilot programs focused on improving the safety, sustainability, resiliency, and performance of Alaska’s transportation systems.

  • Help advance emerging tools and technologies, including drones, AI-supported asset collection, bridge and infrastructure analysis, data systems, and other transportation solutions.

  • Use research, data, and technology to support better decisions, improve operations, and inform policy and program development.

  • Build partnerships with internal teams, universities, federal agencies, local governments, industry experts, and other transportation organizations.

  • Promote the transfer of knowledge from research into practice through training, technical assistance, communication, and workforce development.

  • Support and mentor staff while encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

  

The benefits of joining our team:

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering

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