NCAT Assistant Director

Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S3474P Home Org Name National Ctr Asphalt Technology Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title NCAT Assistant Director Job Class Code HC05 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes Limited Term Length Job Summary The Auburn University College of Engineering seeks applicants for an Assistant Director, NCAT to oversee the research program related to the National Center for Asphalt Technology’s Pavement Test Track! About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives.
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Essential Functions Oversees the Test Track research program.
Serves as the primary point of contact for the Test Track research program including sponsor engagement, experimental planning, coordination with Principal Investigators, construction management, budget management and supervision of the NCAT Test Track operations staff.
Responsible for presenting research proposals to potential clients and securing sponsor funding for Test Track research in order to grow the program beyond the current funding level of approximately $4 million/year.
Requires frequent travel within the U.
S.
Prepares and executes implementation strategies for Test Track research findings includingpreparation and delivery of of marketing materials, videos, and presentations to stakeholdergroups.
Prepares and presents business plans for new Test Track operational strategies.
Analyzes Test Track data, conducts engineering analyses and prepares research project reports, articles, webinars, workshops, and other communications with sponsors.
Provides pavement engineering advice to stakeholders and allies.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Experience: 10 years of experience in civil engineering with expertise in asphalt pavement research, pavement materials testing, pavement management, and pavement construction.
Substitutions allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Salary determination is based on the candidates directly related and relevant education, years of experience, certification(s) and credential(s,) affiliation(s) and recognition(s).
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Knowledge of asphalt paving materials, design, testing, construction, project development, project management, and marketing techniques Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Professional Engineering Licensure Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Experience in higher education Posting Detail Information Salary Range $128,700 - $257,400 Job Category Engineering Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 03/08/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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