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Principal Investigator
PTFS is seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) for a research project whose objectives is " to develop a guide for state DOTs ( Departments of Transportation ) on how to AI use ( Artificial Intelligence ) to enhance transportation data quality. The research will explore and demonstrate how AI can detect, correct, and prevent data errors-automating key aspects of data management. It will identify effective strategies for integrating AI into existing data management practices to enhance the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of transportation and business data systems. " The PI will be assisted by an expert AI/ML engineer and other PTFS technical and support staff. Upon receipt of an award, the PI will serve as the technical lead for project and report to a PTFS' Division manager. The proposal is due on December 19; the project is expected to be awarded by January 30 th 2026 and last for 12-14 Months.
The PI must have at least 10 years of experience with state DOT's' organizational, operational and governance environments. Specific skills and areas of expertise for the PI position are as follows:
Understanding of state DOTs' transportation data, including how the data is collected, stored, accessed, and used by associated business systems. Knowledge of the issues with current transportation data quality, including accuracy, consistency (formats and metrics), accessibility and usability. Familiarity with state DOTs' requirements for data management system functionality, staffing, infrastructure and supporting policies. Ability to support assessments and evaluations of how AI can analyze existing documentation and datasets to detect inconsistencies, generate or refine business rules, and recommend corrective actions compatible with current tools. Ability to provide state DOTs with practical guidance on current and emerging AI capabilities, readiness steps, and responsible implementation strategies regarding data quality management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a experience drafting and completing research reports for federal government agencies.
This is primarily a remote position for the proposal preparation and post-award execution phases of the project. However, some travel to the DC area and to some state DOTs may be required.
PTFS is seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) for a research project whose objectives is " to develop a guide for state DOTs ( Departments of Transportation ) on how to AI use ( Artificial Intelligence ) to enhance transportation data quality. The research will explore and demonstrate how AI can detect, correct, and prevent data errors-automating key aspects of data management. It will identify effective strategies for integrating AI into existing data management practices to enhance the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of transportation and business data systems. " The PI will be assisted by an expert AI/ML engineer and other PTFS technical and support staff. Upon receipt of an award, the PI will serve as the technical lead for project and report to a PTFS' Division manager. The proposal is due on December 19; the project is expected to be awarded by January 30 th 2026 and last for 12-14 Months.
The PI must have at least 10 years of experience with state DOT's' organizational, operational and governance environments. Specific skills and areas of expertise for the PI position are as follows:
This is primarily a remote position for the proposal preparation and post-award execution phases of the project. However, some travel to the DC area and to some state DOTs may be required.
group id: RTL253009
