Assistant Professor, Pavement Engineering and Science

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking a collaborative and innovative scholar for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Pavement Engineering and Science (PES). The successful candidate will strengthen the core of the University's Pavement Engineering and Science program while contributing to its continued growth and national impact. The position offers outstanding opportunities to develop a complementary research program that builds upon existing strengths in Pavement Engineering and Science and advances asphalt materials and pavement technologies. The successful candidate will become part of a highly active and collaborative academic environment that fosters innovation, mentorship, interdisciplinary research, and professional growth. The Pavement Engineering and Science Program is nationally and internationally recognized for research, education, and implementation in asphalt materials and pavements. The program currently includes three full-time faculty members, a laboratory manager, and approximately 15 to 20 graduate research assistants. The new faculty member will be expected to fit well with this established team, build on current strengths, develop complementary expertise, and help expand and grow the program.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program or from an equivalent internationally accredited program.
• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, with emphasis in Pavement Engineering and Science.
• Record of scholarly achievement appropriate with career stage.

Nice To Haves

• Asphalt materials engineering, including advanced characterization of asphalt binders and mixtures, resource-responsible use of recycled materials, life cycle assessment, and enhancement of asphalt pavement durability and resilience.
• Asphalt pavement mechanics and design, including mechanistic-empirical analysis, structural design, performance prediction, and computational modeling of pavement systems.
• Non-destructive testing (NDT) and field evaluation, including application of NDT technologies, advanced sensing systems, network-level pavement condition assessment, and pavement preservation treatment selection.
• Emerging digital technologies for asphalt pavements, including integration of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), digital twins, and advanced analytics for pavement monitoring, design, and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in Pavement Engineering and Science, with an emphasis on asphalt materials and pavements.
• Conduct high-quality fundamental and applied research that advances the state of knowledge and addresses the needs of transportation agencies and industry.
• Publish research findings in leading peer-reviewed journals and disseminate scholarly work to academic, public agency, and industry audiences.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas aligned with the candidate's expertise and the instructional needs of the School.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and supervise student research.
• Develop collaborative research partnerships within the University and with transportation agencies, industry partners, and other research organizations.
• Contribute to the academic and professional community through service to the School, College, University, and the profession.
• Participate in activities that support the continued development, visibility, and national impact of the University's Pavement Engineering and Science program.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
• The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents.
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree