Senior Pavement Research Engineer

University of North Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida is seeking a technical lead for pavement performance research based in Gainesville, Florida. This position will oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting while coordinating research staff and developing innovative data infrastructures. Applicants should have a strong background in analytical methods and research coordination. The role emphasizes continuous improvement in data collection and visualization tools. An inclusive environment is fostered, aligned with the university's commitment to diversity and equality.

Qualifications

• Must have strong analytical skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience in coordinating research staff and projects is essential.
• Knowledge of advanced analytical methods and technologies is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Coordinate research staff for pavement performance evaluation.
• Develop data infrastructure for research projects.

Job description

General Description

The position serves as a technical lead for pavement performance research, providing oversight of data collection, analysis, and reporting activities. This role coordinates and guides research staff, applies advanced analytical methods, and leads the development of data infrastructure, experimental designs, and emerging technologies to enhance the quality, reliability, and long‑term value of pavement materials and performance evaluation data.

This position is located on‑site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, FL.

Job Functions

• Coordinating research staff supporting data collection and analysis of pavement performance evaluation.
• Providing technical leadership of data analysis activities.
• Applying advanced analytical techniques to the data.
• Developing database structures to enhance tracking and long‑term utilization of the pavement materials and performance evaluation data.
• Planning and tracking the progress of studies, as well as coordinating the annual performance data collection with other units (PCS and NDT).
• Identifying and soliciting research ideas.
• Contributing significantly to the efforts of designing experiments, developing test plans, identifying proper sensor types, modifying test tools, analyzing the data, and reporting research findings.
• Documenting analytical findings through clear summary reporting, final deliverables, and the continued enhancement of data visualization tools to support research outcomes and deployment.
• Implementing and developing new technologies and infrastructure to improve pavement data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting, with a focus on continuous improvements in this area moving forward.

Required Qualifications

Background check and, in conjunction with the University’s policy, a credit check may be required.

Responsible Employee designation: The incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences. UNF does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status. UNF will not permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulations.