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Professor and Chair – Department of Animal Sciences 60090000 - AG-ANIMAL SCIENCES Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences is dedicated to advancing teaching, research, and extension in livestock species including beef, dairy, poultry, swine, and equine, by integrating modern technologies with strong hands-on training. The department of ~37 faculty serves approximately 80 graduate students and 560 undergraduate students across its four major specialization tracks: Animal Biology, Equine, Food Animal, and Integrative Animal Sciences.
Associate Director of Extension and Education (ADEE) & Extension Agent III-IV 60050000 - AG-EXTENSION ADMINISTRATION In the State of Florida
UF/IFAS and Florida Sea Grant (FSG), a statewide program headquartered at the University of Florida, is seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as the Associate Director of Extension and Education (ADEE) and Extension Agent III-IV. This administrative position plays a vital role in advancing FSG’s mission to support coastal and marine resource sustainability through Extension and education.
Postdoctoral Associate: Soil Nutrients & Hydrology 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
This is a USDA grant-funded postdoctoral position that will be based at the University of Florida - Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC), in Belle Glade, Florida. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating and conducting a long-term field and watershed-scale hydrological and geospatial research network within the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA), in South Florida.
Biological Scientist I 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
This Biological Scientist position is assigned to the University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade, FL. The successful candidate will conduct experiments related to diseases affecting sugarcane, rice, commercial sod, and other important crops grown in the Everglades Agricultural Area. The candidate will also support breeding programs as needed. Specific duties include implementing experiments in different settings (laboratory, greenhouse, and field), collecting and analyzing related data. The candidate will also collaborate with grad students, scholars, and postdocs on research activities, coordinate field activities with the field crew and industry partners, upkeep the laboratory, and order and purchase supplies for research and extension projects.
Research Coordinator II 60070000 - AG-AGRICUL - BIOLOGICAL ENG Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
UF IFAS is seeking a Research Coordinator II to join the Center for Remote Sensing team (CRS) in the Agricultural and Biological Engineering department (ABE), a unit within IFAS. Employment with IFAS provides an excellent opportunity to work with other dedicated employees focused on developing knowledge in agricultural, human, and natural resources, and to make that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. This position is responsible for the coordination of research, outreach, and education projects associated with the CRS under minimal supervision. This position will work closely with the Director in developing partnerships among the Center Affiliate Faculty (CRS-AF), assisting with identifying funding opportunities for remote sensing related projects, and with developing and implementing outreach components to foster and coordinate partnerships with K-12 teachers, industry, media, state &local government agencies, and/or international partners. Plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the center, ensuring the successful implementation of research projects, outreach activities, and communication of educational initiatives.
Extension Agent I or II - 4-H Youth Development 60355031 - AG-INDIAN RIVER Indian River
The successful candidate will lead through designing, implementing, evaluating, promoting, and reporting on positive youth development programs for youth and adult volunteers. The 4-H agent’s extension education program will be guided by an advisory committee that incorporates the various needs of the county’s population. We are looking for candidates with academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, and innovate in a rapidly changing world.
Extension Program Specialist - Commercial Horticulture 60354058 - AG-SARASOTA Sarasota
This Extension Program Specialist position will work closely with the Chemicals in the Environment, Residential Horticulture, and Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ programs to support the needs of commercial horticulture stakeholders, such as local landscape installation and maintenance companies, tree care professionals, turf managers, nursery and greenhouse professionals, arborists and tree maintenance professionals, pesticide and fertilizer applicators, landscape architects, local government staff, and homeowner associations (HOAs) and property managers. The objective is to provide technical support for primarily commercial audiences in topics that include sustainable landscape management principles, reduction of pollutants, and appropriate pesticide and fertilizer use while maintaining or enhancing water quality and conservation of resources. The candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service and will respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner. This role provides the opportunity to make a positive impact in Sarasota County, including to shape future generations in the Sarasota County community, including with at least 5% of the Specialist’s time devoted to 4-H Youth Development. The position is located at the County Extension Office in Sarasota.
Assistant Scientist – Quantitative Ecologist 60470000 - AG-WILDLIFE ECOLOGY - CONSERV Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Duties will include applied research on species population dynamics and decision support tools to evaluate management actions, work with cooperators to ensure management relevancy of models and analyses, present and publish research findings at meetings and in peer-reviewed journals and participate in grant writing efforts. The candidate has the opportunity to participate in undergraduate and graduate education by chairing graduate committees, serving on graduate committees, supervising undergraduate research, and teaching courses.
Extension Program Manager 60830000 - AG-PESTICIDE INFO OFFICE Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Extension Program Manager is a full-time position that is responsible for creating training material and supporting the programmatic mission of the UF/IFAS Pesticide Information Office (PIO). The PIO is responsible for training materials and programs for licensed users of pesticides. The overall mission of the PIO is to enhance pesticide safety education and training across the state of Florida. This position will work independently and in collaboration with county extension faculty, statewide specialists, pesticide applicators, other state pesticide safety programs, and other personnel at the PIO. This position will have the opportunity to learn about the diverse users of pesticides in Florida, including agriculture, urban pest control, natural resource management and beyond. This position will help to create educational materials, in-service trainings, public communications, and other educational programs for the PIO related to pesticide safety, compliance, and regulations. These materials will be used in Florida and have the capacity to be used in collaboration with others states extension programs.
OPS Greenhouse and Field Technician 60080000 - AG-AGRONOMY Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Crop Biotechnology lab at University of Florida, headed by Fredy Altpeter is seeking candidate who is efficient in multi-tasking and time management, work well with others, pay attention to detail, are experienced with greenhouse and/or field research, and have a desire to learn new skills. The candidate will carry out research in management of plant growth facilities and/or field experiments. The position requires working 40 hours per week, which includes some weekends. We are looking for an individual with exceptional performance skills, such as: self-motivation, attention to detail, honesty, dependability, adaptability, and must be able to lift 50lbs.
Undergraduate Research Assistant 60370000 - AG-CENTER-AQUA - INVAS PLNTS Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
If you are an undergraduate looking for environmental research experience and have a love for plants, this job is perfect for you! We’re seeking research assistants for greenhouse, field, and lab work at the UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants (http://plants.ifas.ufl.edu/), located off campus at 7922 NW 71st St., Gainesville, FL 32653. Positions are available for the Fall 2025 semester (immediately), Spring 2026 semester, and Summer 2026 semester.
Extension Program Manager - EFNEP 60450000 - AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM Dade
The UF/IFAS Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is seeking a leader to work as the Extension Program Manager to provide the day-to-day management of EFNEP in Miami-Dade County. EFNEP is a federally funded program that teaches income-constrained families how to prepare healthy meals on a budget and engage in more physical activities to reduce the risk of chronic disease. Join us to create a healthier Florida!
Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Modeling and Simulation for Food, Packaging, and Supply Chains 60070000 - AG-AGRICUL - BIOLOGICAL ENG Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
IFAS is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Agricultural and Biological Engineering department (ABE), a unit within IFAS. Employment with IFAS provides an excellent opportunity to work with other dedicated employees focused on developing knowledge in agricultural, human, and natural resources, and to make that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life.
Assistant Professor of Specialty Crop and Ornamental Plant Breeding 60870000 - AG-MREC-APOPKA Orange
The successful candidate will develop an extramurally funded, nationally-recognized research and extension program emphasizing breeding of specialty and ornamental crops. The program will use both traditional and advanced methods for improving quality traits, abiotic and biotic stress (disease/insect) resistance and improving aesthetic quality of crops through consumer-friendly precision breeding and/or other similar genetic techniques. The program will focus on developing specialty crops that can be grown in greenhouse or other types of protected culture.
Assistant Professor of Urban Horticulture 60870000 - AG-MREC-APOPKA Orange
This position aims to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research and teaching program in urban horticulture that will advance urban horticulture systems by working in collaboration with faculty, graduate students, government agencies, industry representatives, botanical gardens, and non-profit organizations in Florida. These systems aim to enhance food security and respond to the impacts of environmental, socioeconomic, and other challenges.
Professor and Chair - Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences Department (SWESD) 60210000 - AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The mission of the Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences Department is to provide scientific leadership in research, graduate and undergraduate education, and extension/outreach for soil, water, and environmental sciences. By discovering new scientific knowledge and imparting that knowledge to fellow scientists, students, and citizens, the Department shall assist in the resolution of land and water resource issues related to agriculture and natural resources and environment in Florida, the nation, and the world. The SWESD has established itself as a leader in teaching, research, and extension/outreach programs in management and restoration of these resources.
Research Assistant Scientist 60900000 - AG-FMEL-VERO BEACH Indian River
Duties will include research on the biology and control of mosquitoes and the pathogens they transmit with emphasis on applied research topics that affect Florida mosquito control and public health. The faculty member will participate actively in undergraduate education and graduate education by chairing graduate committees, serving on graduate committees, supervising thesis and dissertation research, supervising undergraduate research, and publishing the results with their graduate students.


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