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Navid Joushideh, S.M.ASCE (he/him/his)

Graduate Research Assistant and PhD Student in Civil Engineering
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Navid Joushideh, PhD student in Civil Engineering at the University of Memphis, is an accomplished geotechnical engineer with over seven years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in projects related to wharves and marine structures. Throughout his career, Navid has played a crucial role as a Construction Manager on major projects, including the rehabilitation of wharves at Anzali Port and Lengeh Port in Iran. His innovative use of various concrete types such as SCC, RCC, and specially designed concretes has significantly improved the performance and durability of these critical infrastructures.

Navid's academic journey is equally distinguished. He is currently pursuing a PhD in geotechnical engineering at the University of Memphis, where his research focuses on the "Creep Effects on Elastic Modulus of Geofoam Compressible Inclusions in Earth-Retaining Structures." In addition to his research, Navid serves as a graduate assistant, actively contributing to the academic community through teaching and mentoring.

His professional achievements include being named "Best Construction Superintendent of the Year - 2021" and "Outstanding Researcher in Civil Engineering - 2021" by the Technical and Engineering Department, Port and Maritime Administration of Guilan Province, Iran. Navid is also the author of New Ideas in Wharf Repairs: Bandar-e-Anzali Wharves Rehabilitation, a significant contribution to the field of coastal structure repair.

Navid's extensive project management experience, coupled with his research and academic accomplishments, underscores his dedication to advancing the field of geotechnical engineering. He remains actively involved in the profession through his participation in organizations like the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute and the Seismological Society of America, continuously contributing to the evolution of his field.

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