Postdoc Aso

The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

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The Water Resources Laboratory at the Everglades Research and Education Center is looking to hire a Postdoctoral Associate for a 3-year appointment.  This is a grant funded position that focuses on research and extension related to Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce phosphorus loads in the Everglades Agricultural Area farms in south Florida. The objective of this research is to determine differences in performance in select farms in the EAA basins by evaluating the impact of soil chemistry and historical land use on P concentration and loads on these farms. The project includes advanced statistical tools and modelling to evaluate the influence of soil properties, historical and current land use, and environmental conditions on water quality in select farms in the EAA.

The successful candidate will work closely with lab personnel and collaborative farm managers on current research aimed at understanding factors impacting water quality on participating farms. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and participating in the sampling of water, soil, and sediment, as well as maintaining effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

Key duties include:

1. Designing and implementing research and extension projects focused on verifying and improving BMPs to reduce phosphorus loads and enhance soil quality on both organic and sandy soils in southern Florida.
2. Conducting field trials and managing data collection, including sampling, instrumentation monitoring, and data analysis.
3. Preparing and disseminating research findings through reports, refereed publications, and extension materials.
4. Leading technology transfer efforts through workshops, farm visits, and other outreach activities.
5. Overseeing water sampling instrumentation and coordinating maintenance.
6. Assisting with laboratory analysis and QA/QC activities as needed.

Grant sponsor is the Everglades Agricultural Area Environmental Protection District. The position is available September 1, 2025. 

The University of Florida is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 56,000 students.  UF is a member of The Association of American Universities.  The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Florida Sea Grant program, and encompasses 16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67 counties (counties operate and maintain). The School of Natural Resources and Environment is an interdisciplinary unit housed in IFAS and managed by several colleges on campus.  UF/IFAS employs nearly 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s largest agricultural and natural resources research and education organizations, is administered by a Vice President and four deans: the Dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Dean for Extension and Director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the Dean for Research and Director of the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Dean for the College of Veterinary Medicine.  UF/IFAS also engages in cooperative work with Florida A&M University in Tallahassee.

Commensurate with Education and Experience

A PhD (foreign equivalent acceptable) in the field of Soil Science, Agronomy, Agriculture and Biological Engineering or a related field is required. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values. 

• Expertise in data analysis and statistics.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and extension experience
• A good publication and presentation record.
• Laboratory and field experience in sampling and analyzing water and soil data.Knowledge and skill with basic computing in a Microsoft environment and statistical software.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

• Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit:
• Cover letter stating the applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information, including email addresses, for three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.  Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

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.