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Biological Scientist II 60850000 - AG-FLREC-FT LAUDERDALE Broward
The Biological Scientist II is a professional position to support a wildlife ecologist performing multidisciplinary research and extension program on the conservation of wildlife and its habitats in South Florida. The Wildlife Biologist will participate in several ongoing research projects involving population biology of endangered species, control of invasive species, management and monitoring of natural areas, and landscape ecology. This is a time-limited position.
Research Assistant Scientist - Strawberry Breeding and Genetics 60750000 - AG-GCREC - BALM Hillsborough
The successful candidate will work within the UF Strawberry Breeding Program to conduct genetics research and translate discoveries into technologies and methods for improving the breeding process. This will include discovery of genetic loci controlling important traits through methods such as QTL mapping and GWAS. This will also include an emphasis on integrating digital phenotyping methods into the breeding program.
Extension Agent I - IV – Family and Consumer Sciences – Nutrition and Foods 60352001 - AG-ALACHUA Alachua
The successful candidate will lead FCS education through the design, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of Extension programs on nutrition, food safety, food preservation, and food entrepreneurship. Audiences will include cottage food producers, shared-use kitchen users, non-profit organizations, and the public.
Extension Agent I - IV - Family and Consumer Sciences 60354058 - AG-SARASOTA Sarasota
As the Agent, you will develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive FCS Extension program. The focus areas will be on strategies and programs that address the critical connections between nutrition, aging, chronic disease management and housing. Educational programs will support healthier lifestyles, enhance long-term well-being, and improve living conditions for older adults and others facing health and housing challenges.
Research Assistant Scientist 60230000 - AG-HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The selected candidate will join the Potato Management Lab, leading research efforts to address major challenges within Florida’s vegetable production systems. The faculty member will establish a extramural funded research program focus on the integrating precision agriculture technologies to enhance productivity, sustainability and decision-making of vegetable production system.
Director and Research Associate/Full Scientist - Statistical and Data Analytics Consulting Unit 60220000 - AG-STATISTICS Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Duties will include directing the UF/IFAS Statistical and Data Analytics Consulting Unit (currently IFAS Statistical Consulting Unit), to guide research and develop and deliver trainings on data analysis using statistical and computational methods (including AI) for graduate students, postdoctoral associates, faculty, and staff IFAS-wide. The successful candidate with engage in and support scholarly activities across all UF/IFAS units, including development of creative works (e.g., Rand Python code), publications, and grant proposals that support all three Land Grant mission areas.
Extension Agent I - III - Commercial and Environmental Horticulture 60351046 - AG-OKALOOSA Okaloosa
The educational responsibilities of this position encompass strong leadership with respect to the Horticulture program, including the including Florida Friendly Landscaping programs (FFL), and Green Industries Best Management Practices GI-BMP (70%), and educating clients to prepare for obtaining pesticide application licenses (25%). The additional 5% of time is dedicated to support of the 4-H youth program through horticulture work coordinated with the 4-H Agent.
County Extension Director and Extension Agent II - IV - Horticulture and Small Farms 60351065 - AG-WAKULLA Wakulla
University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Wakulla County are seeking to fill a permanent-status accruing, full-time 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 to design, implement, and evaluate extension programming to meet the needs of the county’s varied population.
County Extension Director and Extension Agent II - IV - Sea Grant 60351003 - AG-BAY Bay
University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Bay County seek to fill a permanent-status accruing, full-time Extension Agent position with a self-starting, energetic, team-oriented individual who will also serve as County Extension Director (CED; 25-35%). The educational responsibilities of the CED/Agent encompass strong leadership with respect to Sea Grant/Marine Science (65-75%). Applications from any qualified agent currently appointed to serve in Bay County will also be accepted regardless of subject matter responsibilities.
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.
Research Coordinator I 60870000 - AG-MREC-APOPKA Orange
The Research Coordinator I supports the coordination and execution of applied research and outreach activities relevant to the horticultural (nursery/greenhouse) industry. Responsibilities include assisting with project planning, scheduling, and data collection efforts, as well as managing communications among internal teams and external stakeholders. The Research Coordinator will also assist with research in behavioral and experimental economics, with a focus on consumer choice behavior in the context of horticultural products and industry practices. The role involves preparing materials, maintaining records, supporting survey distribution and data organization, and contributing to report writing. The Research Coordinator may assist with drafting grant proposals and collaborating with researchers on data-driven initiatives. Additional duties may include organizing meetings or trainings, tracking project timelines, and supporting outreach or educational events related to ongoing research efforts.
Postdoctoral Associate (Soil Health and Carbon Dynamics) 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
This is a USDA grant-funded two-year postdoctoral position that will be based at the UF Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC), in Belle Glade, Florida. The candidate will work closely with a team of graduate students, lab manager, and collaborative farm managers on topics related to soil health and carbon sequestration. Research related to regenerative farming practices such as cover crops and use of soil amendments to improve soil health and carbon sequestration will be investigated.
County Extension Director and Extension Agent II - IV – Small Farms and Livestock 60351057 - AG-SANTA ROSA Santa Rosa
The educational responsibilities of this agent encompass strong leadership within the agent’s academic specialty to design, implement, and evaluate extension programming to meet the needs of the county’s varied population. This position includes programming with an emphasis on small farms in 1) sustaining and improving farm agricultural profitability and 2) improving farm and land management practices. Your role as an Extension Agent will account for 75% of time in your specific program area. All non-4-H Extension faculty members contribute 5% effort to the 4-H Youth Development program. Your role as CED will account for no more than 20% of your time.
Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Microbial Risk Assessment 60150000 - AG-FOOD SCIENCE / HUMAN NUTR Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Montazeri’s Food and Environmental Virology Laboratory, located in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scholar to contribute to a USDA-funded project aimed at reducing the burden of infectious diseases caused by foodborne viruses. This interdisciplinary project integrates food engineering, food virology, and quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA). Current research is focused on evaluating the thermal inactivation of human norovirus and its surrogates in oysters using various cooking techniques.
Postdoctoral Research Scholar 60190000 - AG-PLANT PATHOLOGY Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The University of Florida (UF) Plant Pathology Department is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to advance the understanding and sustainable management of bacterial and fungal plant pathogens and plant parasitic nematodes by the use of soil micropredators (Martins et al. 2022). This is a collaborative, interdisciplinary project funded by the USDA- Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative. The postdoc will work in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team from University of California-Davis, Penn State, The Connecticut Agricultural Experimental Station, and William Paterson University. The selected individual will be expected to design, coordinate, and conduct research projects, including but not limited to studies of plant microbiomes, advancing the detection and quantification of plant pathogens and plant-parasitic nematodes via qPCR, and developing sustainable management methods of plant disease.
Assistant Professor of Geospatial Analytics in Geomatics 60460000 - AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Research duties include developing a collaborative, internationally recognized and externally funded research program focused on Geospatial Analytics in Geomatics, including – but not limited to – advanced Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) techniques and scaleable application architectures and algorithms for geospatial data analysis and visualization. The faculty member’s research program is expected to develop and incorporate novel algorithms and frameworks, such as deep learning, parallel and distributed computing, AI-based spatial data storage and transfer technologies, and cloud-native geospatial solutions for feature extraction, real-time autonomous navigation systems, extended reality, predictive modeling, data fusion, digital twins, high-definition mapping, and pattern recognition applied to large multi-scale and multi-modal geospatial data. Instructional duties include teaching two courses.
Assistant Professor of Informal Entomology Education 60140000 - AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The UF Entomology and Nematology education program is the largest of its kind in the country and comprises in person and online degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as numerous public-facing outreach programs dedicated to hands-on learning about insects and nematodes. This position is intended to elevate the caliber of departmental outreach programming through evidence-based program development and assessment of outcomes. The successful candidate will direct the UF Entomology and Nematology Outreach Program, which includes a living “bug zoo,” an extensive array of educational materials, and which provides outreach training and experience for graduate and undergraduate students.
Extension Agent I or II - Family and Consumer Sciences - Housing and Financial Management 60353049 - AG-OSCEOLA Osceola
The successful candidate will lead through designing, implementing, and evaluating community-based education programs that improve financial literacy and help individuals, families, and communities improve their economic well-being (95%). Educational programs may be targeted to help individuals and families obtain skills to own or rent a home, prevent foreclosure, maintain their home, or take a long-term view of their financial futures. At least 5% of the candidate's time will be devoted to 4-H Youth Development.
Professor and Chair - Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) Department 60070000 - AG-AGRICUL / BIOLOGICAL ENG Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The mission of the Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department is to develop professionals, create and disseminate knowledge, and promote the application of engineering, science, and management principles to meet societal needs with respect to agricultural, biological and land and water resource systems. With more than 100 years since its founding, ABE is one of the top ranked departments in the nation (ranked third in graduate and seventh in undergraduate agricultural and biological engineering programs by US News & World Report in 2024). The Department has 44 faculty positions, 37 at the University location in Gainesville and 7 at UF/IFAS Research and Education Centers around the state.
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.

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