AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Director of Research
Career Opportunity – Transportation Safety; Public Health; Research and Development
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety – the not-for-profit research affiliate of AAA – is seeking a Director of Research to join its team. Located in downtown Washington, D.C., conveniently accessible via public transportation, the Foundation works on enhancing traffic safety by conducting research and developing educational products. This senior management position would have responsibility to plan, manage, and direct research and development projects, ensure the quality of Foundation research, foster collaboration with other organizations, and represent the Foundation before national organizations and the media.
Requirements: At least eight years of experience and a graduate level degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant field, such as transportation safety, highway engineering, human factors, statistics, or public health (PhD preferred). Knowledge of research methodologies and analysis techniques. Familiarity with national and state traffic safety data. Ability to manage multiple projects, both independently and with a team. Excellent communication skills.
Competitive salary and benefits available.
If interested, send cover letter and resume to HR@aaafoundation.org or HR c/o AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 607 14th St. N.W. Suite 201, Washington, D.C. 20005.