Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at <a href="http://uc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uc.edu</a>. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Overview</H2> </div><div>The University of Cincinnati is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support a Federal Transit Administration (FTA)-funded research program focused on Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS) for transit infrastructure projects. Working under the supervision of Dr. Hazem Elzarka, the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation and evaluation of digital technologies including BIM, digital twins, project management information systems (PMIS), AI-enabled analytics, and infrastructure data integration. The position provides a unique opportunity to work with leading transit agencies, technology providers, and researchers on nationally significant projects aimed at advancing digital transformation across the transportation industry.</div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Essential Functions</H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Collaborating with transit agencies and industry partners</li> <li>Conducting research and data analysis</li> <li>Developing performance metrics and dashboards</li> <li>Preparing technical reports and publications</li> <li>Supporting workforce development and technology adoption initiatives</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Minimum Requirements</H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Ph.D. in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li> <li>Experience in one or more of the following areas: BIM, digital twins, construction technology, AI, data analytics, project controls, infrastructure systems, or digital project delivery.</li> <li>Strong communication and research skills.</li> </ul></div></div></div> Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. <a href="https://www.uc.edu/employees/hr/benefits.html">(UC Benefits)</a> Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Competitive salary based on experience</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Professional development & mentorship opportunities</li> </ul> To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our <a href="https://www.uc.edu/careers.html">Careers Page</a>. UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents">here</a> for a list of acceptable documents. Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the <a href="https://jobs.uc.edu/">UC applicant portal</a>. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. 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Post Doc Fellow, Digital Construction & Transit Infrastructure (Cincinnati, OH, US, 45221) @ University of Cincinnati

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