Postdoctoral Research Scholar in AI/ML for Construction Engineering and Management North Carolina State University in United States

North Carolina State University is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Scholar position in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for Construction Engineering and Management within the Department of Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering.

The role supports a new research focus on analyzing structured and unstructured construction data, including reports, contracts, requests for information, change orders, images, video logs, and photo logs. The successful candidate will conduct research using advanced data analytics and AI/ML methods to improve construction project performance and decision-making, summarize findings in scholarly publications, write proposals, and share knowledge with the public. There may also be opportunities to support undergraduate and graduate students and assist with grading.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a Ph.D. in a construction-related field and demonstrated research experience in multimodal AI, computing, or related technologies. A background in the construction industry is preferred. Candidates with a second degree such as a master's in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Data Analytics, or a closely related field are especially encouraged to apply. Strong publication records, proposal-writing experience, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are highly desirable.

Funding: this is a paid postdoctoral employment opportunity with an anticipated salary range of $58,656–$70,000. No tuition waiver or scholarship is indicated.

How to apply: use the NC State job portal quick link to submit the application. Required documents include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for references. The posting date is 2026-06-19, and no closing deadline is stated in the text provided.