Position Announcement - Updated November 26, 2007
Director
Center for Transportation Research
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
The University of Tennessee is seeking an outstanding leader for the position of Director of the Center for Transportation Research. The CTR began operations in 1972 and has contributed greatly to the overall success of the research program at the university. As a research center under the auspices of UT's College of Engineering, the CTR oversees various multidisciplinary programs associated with educational, research and training activities in the transportation field, including being the home of a national multi-university UTC (The Southeastern Transportation Center) It also interacts with the National Transportation Research Center (jointly operated by UT and Oak Ridge National Laboratory). The CTR currently oversees research/training/service activities with annual awards of approximately $9-12M/year, has a staff of approximately 60 members, and collaborates with faculty members across the campus and with its consortium members.
Applicants should have a proven record of leadership and management in transportation research and the demonstrated ability to build on existing relationships with state Departments of Transportation, the US Department of Transportation and other Federal agencies, such as, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, private foundations and industry. Candidates must be able to demonstrate success in implementing new initiatives in academia, government or industry. Executive experience and strong interpersonal skills, including collaboration with faculty and management of staff, within a research center or academic unit are essential to the success of the candidate.
The three main goals for the CTR are to conduct a program of research in transportation that is recognized for its excellence, comprehensiveness, innovation, productivity and national leadership; to develop and sustain the technical expertise for high quality transportation research by the faculty and students within the various departments and colleges of UT and to serve the transportation research, service and training needs of Federal, State and Local government, business and industry in Tennessee, the southeast region and the nation.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state's flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement with society. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society.
Minimum requirements: an earned doctoral or, in very special cases, appropriate terminal degree in the field of transportation engineering, planning, business management, or related discipline. Further, the successful candidate's record must demonstrate in depth knowledge of transportation research topics and potential sponsors. The candidate's record must also demonstrate ability to lead, and develop/implement a strategic vision for a transportation research organization.
Dependent on qualifications, the director may also be appointed as a faculty member with a tenure-track or tenured position in an appropriate academic department within the university.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Dr. Chuck Melcher, c/o CTR Search Committee, College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee, 124 Perkins Hall, Knoxville, TN, 37996-2000, or via email to utkay@utk.edu. Review of applications is in progress and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University.
The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in its education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996 3560, telephone (865) 974 2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the UTK Office of Human Resources, 600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37996 4125.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in its efforts to ensure a welcoming environment for all persons, does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation in its campus-based programs, services, and activities. Inquiries and complaints should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity.