Description
Civil Engineering in the Schulich School of Engineering invites applications for a Research Technologist. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 10 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The Industrial Chair in Bituminous Materials is involved in materials science, namely in the area if asphalt materials, study and characterizing of these materials through specification testing, rheological and other ways of materials characterization, their performance in road and other constructions, development of new materials and technologies producing environmentally friendly materials with enhanced engineering properties. Chair closely cooperates with Canadian industry in introduction of new products and provides the technical and marketing support both in Canada and abroad.
Reporting to the Chairholder, the successful candidate will participate on the research activities of the Bituminous Materials Chair on different projects of characterization and development of new asphalt materials with enhanced engineering properties, studies of colloidal structure of bituminous materials, their rheology, chemistry and aging properties, and testing asphalt materials according to the different asphalt specifications. Major part of the assignment will represent the preparation and testing of paving mixes.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Bituminous Materials Chair Laboratories Technical and Research Support
- Perform the routine testing of asphalt materials and paving mixes according to standards (ASTM, AASHTO).
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Perform advanced testing of asphalt materials by chemical, thermal and rheological methods (FTIR testing, Extraction methods, Thermo-rheological testing, etc.).
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Work on the development of new asphalt materials by different methods and technologies (distillation, air-blowing, modification by polymers and/or other means).
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Participate on plant trials and field trials, under the Chairholder or an appointed coordinator, observe the proper workmanship, adhere to the proposed or newly developed technology, collection of the samples.
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Manage own time effectively and ensure supervisor is kept informed of activities, and progress of work.
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Demonstrate strong communication, team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelines.
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Organize the information on used procedures and obtained data in reports to the Chairholder or the assigned coordinator.
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Update and maintain the laboratory Quality Manual.
Equipment
- Maintain, and operate specialized equipment including rheological, thermal, spectroscopic testing systems and instruments; apparatus for production and testing of paving mixes; and associated infrastructure including: computer operations, data acquisition systems, computer control of laboratory systems.
Safety
- Understand the safety codes, standards, and systems related to specializations.
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Work with Safety Section to investigate damage, incidents or near misses on the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the University's Safety Program.
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Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the well-being of others through reliable and safe operation of all laboratory equipment and keeping the laboratory and work area clean and safe
Teamwork
- Establish and maintain effective, productive relationships with staff, peers, supervisor and with the campus community.
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Collaborate with any project teams and research laboratories on other special initiatives, as required.
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Promote a team approach throughout the organization and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas
Other duties
- Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook
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Ability to lift and push heavy objects
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Participate in training opportunities
Qualifications / Requirements:
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Diploma from technical college (SAIT, NAIT etc.).
- Experience in the field of asphalt materials, materials testing, or similar field is an asset.
- In the case of High School diploma only at least 5 years of experience in the area of asphalt materials is required.
- Skill in processing data for internal reports in some computer programs and in Microsoft Office applications is expected.
- Applicant must have good communication, analytical, and organizational skills and strong capability to work in team, with positive and a can-do attitude.
Application Deadline: June 09, 2026
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 1.
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