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Assistant Transportation Researcher

Texas A&M University System
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Aug 2026

About the role

Job Title

Assistant Transportation Researcher

Agency

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Department

Asphalt Materials

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who are we? 

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 75 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals. 

Our Mission and Vision 

  • Our Vision - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society. 

  • Our Mission - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer. 

Our Work Environment 

  • Entrepreneurial culture 

  • Affiliation with Texas A&M University students and faculty 

  • Ability to work with nationally recognized experts 

  • Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals 

  • Premier office and research facilities and equipment 

  • Accredited laboratories and safety proving ground 

  • Outstanding research support services 

  • Flexible work hours 

  • Family friendly 

  • High staff retention rates 

  • Leadership development and wellness programs 

  • Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements 

  • Relocation assistance (if eligible) 

  • Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible) 

Our Employee Benefits 

TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs. https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/ 

What you need to know 

  • TTI is a Texas based agency. This position required the incumbent to work in-person 5 days a week at TTI HQ - CIR building.

  • The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience. 

Job Summary
The Assistant Transportation Researcher, under general supervision, conducts transportation and pavement materials (asphalt binder and asphalt mixtures) related research using literature review,

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Texas A&M University System

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