Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Supervising and mentoring research conducted by graduate students.
Data analysis.
Writing technical reports to research project sponsors.
Developing novel and innovative research papers.
Developing collaborative research with Penn State faculty.
Writing research grant proposals.
Requirements and Qualifications:
The Postdoctoral Scholar must have PhD in Civil Engineering, with focus on asphalt pavement materials research. In addition, the successful candidate must have demonstrated sufficient knowledge and experience with performance testing, sustainability, and recycling through well-established journal publications. The Postdoctoral Scholar must have a strong knowledge of asphalt mixtures, asphalt binders, and characterization techniques and testing of pavement materials. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills are also required.
Additional Information:
This is a term appointment, funded for one year from date of hire.
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