Postdoctoral and Academic Positions in Agricultural Sciences at The University of Florida, United States, an American public research university in Gainesville, Florida, United States.
| POSITION | DEPARTMENT | LOCATION | CLOSES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-doctoral Research Associate – Nutrient Bioavailability and Management | 60910000 – AG-SWFREC-IMMOKALEE | Collier | 4 Jul 2024 |
| We seek a post-doctoral associate in soil/plant science or engineering to work on a state-funded multi-disciplinary project that is evaluating and developing phosphorus (P) best management practices (BMPs) and site-specific nutrient management. This project takes a systems approach in conducting experiments on high-value fresh market crops (tomato, potato, and bean) under varying nutrient (phosphorus) inputs, irrigation and drainage, and hydrologic conditions. | |||
| County Extension Director and Extension Agent II – IV – Family and Consumer Sciences | 60351057 – AG-SANTA ROSA | Santa Rosa | 11 Jul 2024 |
| University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Santa Rosa County are looking to fill an Extension Agent position with a self-starting, energetic, team-oriented individual who will also serve as County Extension Director (CED). The educational responsibilities of this agent encompass strong leadership within the agent’s academic specialty and educational programming in Family and Consumer Sciences. Your role as an Extension Agent will account for 75% of your time in your specific program area. | |||
| Dean and Professor, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences | 60030000 – AG-DEAN FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| The Dean leads the 23 undergraduate and 25 graduate programs in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), a principal component of UF/IFAS. CALS is the fourth largest college at the University of Florida and one of the largest colleges of agriculture and related sciences in the United States, with nearly 6,600 students enrolled in Fall 2023. The Dean oversees 12 direct reports who include 3 Associate Deans and 5 Directors. In collaboration with other IFAS Deans, the Dean of CALS has oversight for promotion, tenure, post-tenure review of 660 state faculty, of which 390 state faculty have a budgeted teaching assignment and are involved with in-person and virtual/online classroom instruction. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF (https://accessibility.ufl.edu/). | |||
| Full-Time Research/OPS Technician for Hops | 60870000 – AG-MREC-APOPKA | Orange | 15 Jul 2024 |
| The Osborne and Zhang labs are seeking a full-time employee to assist in practical horticultural research of several exciting specialty and medicinal crops with a primary focus on Florida beer hops (Humulus lupulus) cultivation. This position is located at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) in Apopka, FL, and involves data collection and management of experimental field and greenhouse production systems. | |||
| Postdoctoral Research Associate – Natural Products Chemistry | 60730000 – AG-CREC-LAKE ALFRED | Polk | 4 Jul 2024 |
| This position will utilize analytical and preparative scale instrumentation, including different chromatography setups, such as Prep-HPLC-DAD/ELSD, LC-MS/MS, LC-TOF/MS and NMR. The candidate will be expected to develop new strategies for plant fractionation, as well as for bioactive identification purposes. | |||
| Postdoctoral Research Associate – Plant Metabolomics | 60730000 – AG-CREC-LAKE ALFRED | Polk | 4 Jul 2024 |
| This position will utilize analytical instrumentation, including different chromatography setups, such as HPLC-DAD/ELSD, LC-MS/MS, and LC-TOF/MS. The candidate will be expected to develop new strategies for plant metabolomics/lipidomics to study plant related diseases and plant growth. | |||
| Assistant Professor of Agronomy – Aquatic Plant Management Specialist | 60370000 – AG-CENTER-AQUA / INVAS PLNTS | Alachua | Open until filled |
| The successful applicant will be expected to build a nationally recognized research program (60%) that focuses on developing tools and management techniques to address nuisance aquatic plants within an integrated weed management context. This will include both independent and collaborative research with other faculty within UF and other academic/governmental institutions. The extension component of this position (40%) includes successful translation and dissemination of science based aquatic plant management information through multiple formats and venues to key clientele. | |||
| Agricultural/Food Scientist II | 60770000 – AG-NFREC-QUINCY | Gadsden | 26 Jun 2024 |
| In accordance with University of Florida rule 6C1-3.054, due to this position being state and grant funded, this position is time-limited and may be eliminated or reduced as a result of conditions beyond the control of the University of Florida, which may result in termination of your employment. Funding for this position is expected to be renewed and/or extended as funds become available. This position will support an ornamental breeding program on different species of woody and/or herbaceous plants. The candidate will support the new Ornamental Breeding Program working in laboratory, greenhouse, and field conditions. This position will work closely with the principal investigator (PI), graduate students, OPS employees, and volunteers. Main responsibilities include: conducting applied research in breeding of ornamental plants and native plants in containers, field, greenhouse, and tissue culture conditions; establishing protocols for management and upkeep of greenhouse, shade house, headhouse, and laboratory facilities and equipment; experiment set up and data collection and analysis; and support of the PI’s research and extension programs. | |||
| Assistant Director, Wilmot Botanical Gardens | 29012700 – MD-WILMOT GARDENS | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | 14 Jul 2024 |
| The University of Florida, College of Medicine invites applications for the position of Assistant Director to join our esteemed leadership team at Wilmot Botanical Gardens in August 2024. This multifaceted leadership role involves collaborating with the Director and steering committee to craft the strategic vision for our eight specialty gardens, conference center, and greenhouse, and ensuring alignment with the facility’s mission and overarching goals. Leveraging a discerning eye for horticultural excellence, you will assist in plant selection, enhancements, and ongoing care and maintaining an optimal visual appearance throughout all seasons. Responsibilities encompass overseeing staff, facilities management, preventive maintenance, and security procedures to ensure a safe and secure environment. Active involvement in strategic initiatives, fundraising events, and budget management defines this impactful role. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a horticulture discipline, possesses a minimum of four years in a leadership role in a major public garden, and brings hands-on experience in public garden settings, landscaping, and project management. Join us in fostering community engagement, contributing to the beauty and mission of Wilmot Botanical Gardens, and leading a dedicated team towards continued success. |
Professor and Chair – Agronomy Department | 60080000 – AG-AGRONOMY | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| The Chair of the Department of Agronomy provides vision and coordination in planning, developing, and implementing the Land Grant mission of teaching, research, and extension within the department. This includes leadership in the recruitment, professional development, and academic growth of faculty, staff, and students. The Chair is responsible for administering the department’s human and financial resources, developing external relationships and funding opportunities, and enhancing the national and international reputation of the department. The position is housed on the main campus in Gainesville, FL, though these duties extend to the faculty, staff, and students located at multiple research and education centers throughout the state. | |||
| CLIN AST PROF | 29350000 – MD-DERMATOLOGY | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| The Department of Dermatology invites applications for Medical Dermatologist physicians to pursue a career with the Department of Dermatology in the College of Medicine at the University of Florida. This is a full-time 1.0 FTE clinical, non-tenure track position. Primary duties include providing care for dermatology patients at UF Health Dermatology Springhill. It will be expected that the candidate participates in teaching dermatology residents/fellows, medicine residents, and medical students and share “on-call” consult responsibilities at Shands at UF. | |||
| Post-Doctoral Associate in Wetland Carbon and Microbiome Research | 16900000 – LS-BIOLOGY | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| A Post-doctoral Associate position in Wetland Carbon Biogeochemistry and Microbiome Research is available in the Department of Biology to work on several projects led by Dr. Amanda Subalusky and Dr. Christopher Dutton. | |||
| Post-doctoral Associate in Developmental Genetics | 60100000 – AG-MICROBIOLOGY / CELL SCI | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | 16 Aug 2024 |
| The Square Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Science at the University of Florida is seeking a postdoctoral associate to perform research on the genetic control of skeletal development. The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to research projects focused on understanding fundamental developmental biology principles using fish models (zebrafish and stickleback fish). Our current funding is focused on understanding the cell signaling events and genetic cascades that control the differentiation of skeletons and teeth. | |||
| Assistant Professor of Environmental Education and Behavior | 60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| Duties will include research and teaching relating to environmental education and behavior. Research duties include developing a collaborative, internationally recognized, and externally funded research program focused on environmental education and behavior change that advances environmental literacy, civic engagement, and improved environmental conditions and human well-being. Teaching responsibilities will include developing and teaching one undergraduate course and one graduate course related to environmental education. | |||
| Extension Agent I – Rural Community Health | 60352054 – AG-PUTNAM | Putnam | 15 Jul 2024 |
| The focus areas will be human nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and improving individual and community health and well-being. You will empower individuals and families to adopt healthy eating habits and lifestyle behaviors that can prevent or delay the onset of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes. You will also deliver programs that improve individual and community health outcomes and help navigate pathways for access to appropriate health care for rural and underserved communities in Putnam County. | |||
| Assistant Professor – Invasive Aquatic Plant Management | 60370000 – AG-CENTER-AQUA / INVAS PLNTS | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| The research component of this position (60%) will focus on relevant independent research on invasive plants and/or algae in aquatic or semi-aquatic habitats. Research can be directed as either an applied or basic program as long as it adds support and breadth to existing CAIP programs or addresses concerns from resource managers in Florida or across the nation. For example, applied research may be focused on advancing the science of plant/algae management through IPM approaches, remote sensing, UAVs, or other geospatial technologies. The teaching component of this position (40%) will include undergraduate and graduate sections of Aquatic Plant Management and additional courses to be developed by the instructor. These courses will be delivered in the classroom and/or through distance teaching methodology. | |||
| Assistant Professor – Forest Pathologist | 60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| The State of Florida features unique natural resources, robust forestry, and vibrant research, but also a rapidly expanding population, biological invasions, and the pressures of global change. The integrated program of this faculty member should create, synthesize, teach, and communicate biological, cultural, and environmental information needed to minimize adverse effects of tree diseases and other emerging threats on the health of forests. | |||
| Assistant Professor – Nursery Production | 60180000 – AG-ENVIRONMENTAL HORTICULTURE | Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Open until filled |
| Duties include providing innovative leadership and expertise in the production of ornamental and garden plants. This program will bridge basic plant science with applied research related to plant propagation and nursery production. The selected candidate will establish a competitive, externally funded research program focused on the needs of the nursery and landscape industries. |