Staff Asphalt Research Engineer
Gainesville, FLJob$90–100K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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The Staff Asphalt Research Engineer supports pavement performance research through the collection, analysis, and reporting of pavement materials and performance data. The role applies established methods and protocols, collaborates with research colleagues and senior technical staff, and contributes to experimental design, data management, and evaluation. The position is located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, Florida.
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Staff Asphalt Research Engineer ::: {automation-id="jobPostingHeader"} Department: Institute of Utility Security and Resilience (IUSR) ::: ::: {automation-id="jobPostingHeader"} Gainesville, FL ::: ::: {automation-id="jobPostingHeader"} Compensation: $90,000.00 to $100,000 Annual ::: ::: {automation-id="jobPostingHeader"} ::: 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. The Staff Asphalt Research Engineer works collaboratively with research colleagues and senior technical staff to implement research initiatives and emerging tools that enhance the value and usability of pavement data. This position is located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, FL. Job Functions: The position requires a highly motivated and organized employee who is responsible for the following tasks: - 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 re
How this job compares
Set against the 1,200 open Research Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$90–100K/yr
- US median$150–258K/yr877 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $95K, is 56% below the US median midpoint ($215K) — in the lowest quarter of Research Engineer salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 11 open Research Engineer jobs in Florida and 1,200 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Research Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (677 postings).
- Education
- 390 of the 1,200 open Research Engineer jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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