Concrete Pavement Research Scientist

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit technical materials, including guides, manuals, reports, and publications
• Review technical content for accuracy and contribute to research publications
• Stay current with advancements in concrete pavement technology and related literature
• Plan, organize, and deliver workshops, seminars, webinars, and training programs
• Create training materials and present research findings to technical audiences
• Represent the organization at conferences, committees, and professional events
• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting expertise to industry stakeholders
• Identify research opportunities, help secure funding, and develop proposals and project scopes
• Manage research projects end-to-end, including budgets, timelines, and reporting
• Coordinate with external partners, consultants, and research teams
• Support and mentor students in lab and field research activities
• Assist with strategic planning and organizational initiatives
• This is a one year fixed term position with the opportunity for renewal.
• Nationwide travel will be involved in this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license, or active progress toward obtaining licensure (e.g., passed Fundamentals of Engineering exam, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in concrete pavements for airfields or roadways, or in concrete materials.
• Experience writing technical reports, newsletters, or scholarly papers.
• Experience managing projects.
• Department Description:
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Application Instructions:
• To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter
• Why Choose Iowa State University?
• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
• Appointment Type:
• Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
• Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
• July 12, 2027
• Number of Months Employed Per Year:
• 12 Month Work Period
• Time Type:
• Full time
• Pay Grade:
• PS808
• Original Posting Date:
• June 3, 2026
• Posting Close Date:
• June 9, 2026
• Job Requisition Number:
• R19299
• General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits

Additional Information

Position Title: Concrete Pavement Research Scientist Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Do you want to influence concrete pavement practices at a national level? Do you enjoy troubleshooting complex issues and making an impact beyond a single site or region? If so, the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for a Concrete Pavement Research Scientist! This position will be classified as a Research Scientist II.

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