Concrete Pavement Research Scientist
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Job Summary
Position Title:
Concrete Pavement Research ScientistJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or above 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 both concrete and pavement materials.
Experience writing technical articles newsletters and scholarly papers.
Experience managing research projects.
Job Description:
Are you passionate about improving infrastructure that directly impacts millions of lives every day Are you looking for a position where no two days are the same and your expertise is constantly challenged and expanded
If so the CP Tech Center (National Concrete Pavement Technology Center) at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for a Concrete Pavement Research Scientist which will be classified as a Research Scientist III.
What Youll Do:
Develop training programs and written materials for engineering professionals.
Write articles newsletters and scholarly papers.
Host and present webinars.
Maintain professional memberships and participate in related committees and conferences.
Plan and execute conferences seminars and workshops.
Create manuals and books for training courses.
Represent CP Tech Center at national/international events.
Promote pavement technology and organizational interests.
Identify research topics and sponsors; negotiate budgets and scopes.
Manage research projects including budgeting and reporting.
Provide technical support and strategic input to the CP Tech Center.
Engage with industry professionals to address pavement performance issues.
This is a one year fixed-term with the opportunity for renewal.
Nationwide travel will be required for this position.
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.
This posting will be open until filled. However to receive full consideration applications need to be submitted before November 7th 2025.
About CP Tech Center at Iowa State University:
The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) is a national hub for concrete pavement research and technology transfer focused on the intersection of academic industry and agency needs. The CP Tech Center was founded in 2000 and via research publications and tech transfer products has been instrumental in advancing strategic improvements in how concrete pavements are specified built and maintained.
Level Guidelines
Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISUs mission and department or work unit goals
Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
Responds to complicated inquiries provides training and provides direction to lower-level staff
May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e. leads a small work team)
May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
December 14 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS810Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa 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 Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date:
October 17 2025Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R17970
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Machine Learning
- Python
- AI
- Bioinformatics
- C/C++
- R
- Biochemistry
- Research Experience
- Natural Language Processing
- Deep Learning
- Molecular Biology
About Company
Attending Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) can be a whirlwind experience for some. ISU is a public land-grant institution offering higher education courses and programs with an emphasis on science, technology, and related areas. It's also home to the Cyclones athl ... View more
