Two Ph.D. Opportunities at George Mason University

Position Summary: The Mobility Observatory and Data Analytics Lab at George Mason University is looking to fill two doctoral research assistantship positions starting in Fall 2023. We are seeking candidates with strong foundations in transportation geography analysis and research interests and experience with mobility, accessibility, spatial interaction, transportation infrastructure, and the influences of emerging technologies (e.g., electric vehicles, urban air mobility, autonomous vehicles) on urban design and travel behavior. Outstanding candidates will demonstrate skills in network analysis, traffic simulation, GIS-T, demand and allocation algorithms, economic modeling, or policy analysis.

Qualification and Experience: Applicants should hold a Master’s in Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field. A solid background in statistical analysis, econometrics modeling, and mathematical programming is recommended, along with technical writing and communication skills. Candidates should have strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and a desire to work collaboratively in vibrant work culture. Above all, candidates should have a desire to look at transportation and community planning through a different lens, think out of the box, and be prepared to be challenged by these new ideas.

Application Submission: Interested applicants should submit an online application via the George Mason University Graduate Application portal and contact me regarding their interests and skills before submission. Please direct inquiries regarding these positions to me at aermagun@gmu.edu. Applications are evaluated with a rolling admissions policy.