Postdoc Aso

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

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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 .

This is a non-tenure accruing position that will be 70% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and 30% extension (Florida Cooperative Extension Service), available at the West Florida Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. This assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. The successful candidate will work with UF/IFAS faculty to develop and conduct turfgrass research and extension projects related to mixed species evaluations on photovoltaic facilities, germplasm trials in coordination with turfgrass breeders, novel product evaluations, and turfgrass culture and management. The incumbent will participate in extension outreach efforts including in-person, remote, and online learning activities. The incumbent is expected to participate in interdisciplinary turf research and extension projects and to secure extramural funding to support both the turf research and extension programs at UF. The successful applicant is expected to publish peer-reviewed scientific articles and extension publications (https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/).

This position is available August 15, 2025, and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. 

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

An earned doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in horticulture, agronomy, soil science or a closely related discipline is required. Skills in statistical methods, turfgrass science, product evaluations, and species evaluations are essential. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding.  Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values. Candidates must be able to work on interdisciplinary team projects and to work with a variety of audiences. 

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

For more information:

J. Bryan Unruh, Ph.D.

University of Florida

WFREC

4253 Experiment Drive, Hwy. 182

Jay, FL  32565

Telephone:                                        850-982-7951

Electronic Mail:                                jbu@ufl.edu

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.