Staff Asphalt Research Engineer

University of North Florida•Gainesville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports pavement performance research activities by contributing to the collection, analysis, and reporting of pavement materials and performance data. The role applies established analytical methods and research protocols to assist in experimental design, data management, and evaluation efforts that support the quality and reliability of pavement research outcomes. The Staff Asphalt Research Engineer works collaboratively with research colleagues and senior technical staff to implement research initiatives and emerging tools that enhance the value and usability of pavement data. This position is located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, FL.

Requirements

2+ years’ experience in asphalt pavement research and design
Clear communication skills
Strong presentation (written and oral) skills
Background check
Credit check (may be required)
Designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX
Must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application
Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses

Nice To Haves

Advanced university degree preferred

Responsibilities

Data analysis of all asphalt-related full-scale pavement testing and supplementary laboratory testing.
Continuous review of asphalt-related data to ensure accuracy.
Coordination with UNF Operations Team to support sensor condition, calibration needs, and any procedures or needs to ensure reliable data quality.
Conducting advanced analytical techniques (or AI-based techniques) on asphalt materials and pavement performance data.
Contributing to database development, data reporting, data visualization, and data accessibility.
Focus on data Quality Control (QC) and verification of reported data.
Contributing to the efforts pertaining to asphalt in designing the experiments, development of test plans, identifying proper sensor types, modifying test tools, analyzing the data, and reporting research findings.
Identification of research needs related to asphalt.
Reporting on analytical findings and final deliverables.
Implementation and ongoing development of new technologies and infrastructure to improve pavement data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting, with a focus on continuous improvements in this area moving forward.