Staff Asphalt Research Engineer

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida seeks a Staff Asphalt Research Engineer to support pavement performance research by collecting, analyzing, and reporting asphalt materials and performance data at UNF in Jacksonville, FL.

You will apply established analytical methods, influence experimental design, and contribute to data management, visualization, and reporting to drive reliable research outcomes in pavement engineering. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of asphalt pavement research experience.
• Advanced university degree preferred.
• Clear communication and strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze asphalt-related pavement testing data and laboratory results.
• Maintain data accuracy and QC across datasets.
• Coordinate with UNF Operations for sensor calibration and data integrity.
• Apply advanced analytical or AI-based techniques to pavement data.
• Develop databases, reports, and visualizations for research outputs.
• Support design of experiments and test plans for asphalt research.
• Identify research needs related to asphalt and report findings.

Skills

Data analysis

Data QC

Communication

Presentation

AI techniques

Education

Master’s or PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Department

Institute of Utility Security and Resilience (IUSR)

Compensation

$90,000.00 to $100,000 Annual

General Description/Primary Purpose:

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.

Job Functions:

• 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.

Required Qualifications

The Staff Asphalt Research Engineer is expected to have 2+ years’ experience in asphalt pavement research and design, with an advanced university degree preferred. The position requires clear communication and strong presentation (written and oral) skills.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent 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. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

Equal 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. The University of North Florida 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 in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.