Assistant Professor of Pavement Engineering and Science

Role details

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a collaborative and innovative scholar for 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 successful candidate will join a well-established and nationally recognized pavement engineering program with a strong record of research, teaching, and engagement with transportation agencies and industry.

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.

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Read the full description and apply here.

https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/job/Assistant-Professor--Pavement-Engineering-and-Science_R0153714-1