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Administrative Assistant III
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11020000 - RE-AVP FOR RESEARCH
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| The mission of the UF Space Mission Institute (referred to herein as the SMI or simply the Institute) is to connect and grow Florida’s diverse community of space scientists and technologists to support interdisciplinary research, education, and workforce development in the exploration and commercialization of space. The SMI is dedicated to creating an environment that fosters inclusive, interdisciplinary, and productive research in the exploration of space that benefits the people of Earth. The institute, managed by UF Research, will be a hub in which scientists and scholars from across UF – including those from the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, the College of Pharmacy, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences – can collaborate, conduct research, and innovate. |
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Water Resources Program Assistant
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60354058 - AG-SARASOTA
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Sarasota
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| The Extension Program Assistant will work with UF Faculty and County staff to assist with the creation of education, outreach, and volunteer opportunities that enable county residents and visitors to save water and implement best practices that enhance water quality. These services include but are not limited to: water conservation, Fats, Oil, and Grease (FOG), and reclaimed water outreach, irrigation evaluations, and school-age youth outreach and education. The incumbent will also develop and incorporate marketing strategies to inform residents of these programs and educate them about water conservation and water quality enhancement efforts through the website, social media, traditional media outlets, and at community events. |
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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Urban Entomology
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60140000 - AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of strong training and experience with modern biological approaches to the study of integrated pest management of insects of importance in and around the built environment. Florida is regularly challenged with emerging and invasive urban pests. The incumbent will be expected to develop successful research and teaching programs with an emphasis on biology and management of urban and structural pests; they will have access to urban entomology endowment funds to support these programs. |
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Administrative Specialist II
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28100000 - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| This is an administrative position in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Immunology, College of Veterinary Medicine that is responsible for coordinating and implementing administrative operation of the Department office, which provides support for approximately 19 faculty, 15 staff, 6 postdoctoral associates, 16 graduate students, and approximately 20 OPS/STAS personnel. Responsibilities of Department faculty supported by the Administrative Specialist include regular teaching, research, and academic service activities. The complex array of activities supported by the Department Office under the Administrative Specialist is funded by the State of Florida and external grants and contracts. The Administrative Specialist must be knowledgeable about unique requirements for personnel actions, fiscal and business procedures, and reporting standards. Understanding and application of financial principles related to monitoring and assisting of budget preparation and oversight of grant and contract budgets, particularly as they relate to personnel actions, is critical. |
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Biological Scientist II
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60880000 - AG-NATURE COAST BIOLOGICAL STA
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Levy
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| A full time (0.50 FTE state funding and .050 FTE grant funded ) Biological Scientist II position is available University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Nature Coast Biological Station located in Cedar Key, FL. We seek an applicant with: (1) knowledge of Gulf of Mexico coastal ecosystems, with emphasis on wildlife (2) field-oriented skills, including boat trailering and field sampling, and (3) demonstrated ability to communicate and disseminate scientific results in both academic and public settings. |
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4-H Camp Cloverleaf Summer Camp Specialists
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60330000 - AG-YOUTH,FAMILIES& COMMUNITIES
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Highlands
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| The University of Florida/IFAS Extension 4-H Camping Program is looking for 8 Summer Camp Specialists for 4-H Camp Cloverleaf in Lake Placid, FL. Summer Camp Staff are the vital foundation to our summer camp program, as they are a positive role model, create lasting memories for all campers, provide safe cabin supervision, and have fun engaging in camper activities.
Hired Summer Camp Staff will be required to start paid training May 16th or 22nd, depending upon their position. Training will consist of hands-on, in-depth training in youth development and supervision, behavior management, the experiential learning process, and other tools for a successful summer program. Training will also include going through program certifications (if not already certified), familiarizing staff with their facility, traditions, and making final preparations for summer. The official first day of camp will begin on Monday, June 5, 2024, and will end Friday, July 28, 2024.
Working as a Summer Camp Specialist for the University of Florida 4-H Camping Program can provide a season of self-growth and an unforgettable working experience. Many practical work experiences and skills are gained during a summer at camp, such as leadership, communication, networking opportunities, collaboration with a team, letters of recommendation, professional certifications, and professional development to just name a few. We have had camp staff fulfill internships as part of their employment. If you’re interested in making your summer employment an internship as well, please discuss this idea with your college advisor and Bill Tillett, the 4-H Camp Cloverleaf Director. Please reach out with any questions to open4-hcamps@ifas.ufl.edu.
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4-H Camp Cloverleaf Summer Camp Cabin Leaders
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60330000 - AG-YOUTH,FAMILIES& COMMUNITIES
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Highlands
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| The University of Florida/IFAS Extension 4-H Camping Program is looking for 10 Summer Camp Cabin Leaders for 4-H Camp Cloverleaf in Lake Placid, FL. Summer Camp Staff are the vital foundation to our summer camp program, as they are a positive role model, create lasting memories for all campers, provide safe cabin supervision, and have fun engaging in camper activities.
Hired Summer Camp Staff will be required to start paid training May 16th or 22nd, depending upon their position. Training will consist of hands-on, in-depth training in youth development and supervision, behavior management, the experiential learning process, and other tools for a successful summer program. Training will also include going through program certifications (if not already certified), familiarizing staff with their facility, traditions, and making final preparations for summer. The official first day of camp will begin on Monday, June 5, 2024, and will end Friday, July 28, 2024.
Working as a Summer Camp Specialist for the University of Florida 4-H Camping Program can provide a season of self-growth and an unforgettable working experience. Many practical work experiences and skills are gained during a summer at camp, such as leadership, communication, networking opportunities, collaboration with a team, letters of recommendation, professional certifications, and professional development to just name a few. We have had camp staff fulfill internships as part of their employment. If you’re interested in making your summer employment an internship as well, please discuss this idea with your college advisor and Bill Tillett, the 4-H Camp Cloverleaf Director. Please reach out with any questions to open4-hcamps@ifas.ufl.edu.
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Florida 4-H AmeriCorps Program Director
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60330000 - AG-YOUTH,FAMILIES& COMMUNITIES
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| The Florida 4-H AmeriCorps Program Director provides leadership for and manages the programmatic and administrative operations of the AmeriCorps Environmental Education Programs at Florida 4-H camps and communities. They will recruit, train, and retain AmeriCorps members and actively promote the associated environmental education programs; actively market the program to local and state community partners, and manage all necessary reporting related to the Florida 4-H AmeriCorps grant. The program director works alongside the on-site, camp directors in the formulation of policies and procedures which have a significant impact on the AmeriCorps program. This program director will also assist in creating, training, and teaching environmental education curricula and programs. |
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Timpoochee Summer Camp Leader
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60330000 - AG-YOUTH,FAMILIES& COMMUNITIES
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Okaloosa
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| The University of Florida/IFAS Extension 4-H Camping Program is looking for 2 Summer Day Camp Leaders for 4-H Camp Timpoochee in Niceville, FL. Summer Camp Cabin Leaders are the vital foundation to our summer camp program, as they are a positive role model, create lasting memories for all campers, assist with day camper integration daily, and have fun engaging in camper activities.
Interviews will begin via Zoom in early January. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email with additional details.
Hired Summer Camp Staff will be required to start paid training on May 15, 2024. Training will consist of hands-on, in-depth training in youth development and supervision, behavior management, the experiential learning process, and other tools for a successful summer program. Training will also include familiarizing staff with their facility, traditions, and making final preparations for summer. The official first day of camp will begin on Monday, June 3, 2024, and will end Thursday, August 1, 2024. During July 3-5, 2024, Timpoochee will not be providing any youth programs, so staff will have that time off.
Working as a Summer Day Camp Leader for the University of Florida 4-H Camping Program can provide a season of self-growth and an unforgettable work experience. Many practical work experiences and benefits are gained during a summer at camp, such as leadership, communication, networking opportunities, collaboration with a team, letters of recommendation, and professional development to just name a few. We have had camp staff fulfill internships as part of their employment. If you’re interested in making your summer employment an internship as well, please discuss this idea with your college advisor and Ariel Blanton, the 4-H Camp Timpoochee Director. Please reach out with any questions to timpoochee4h@ifas.ufl.edu.
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Timpoochee Summer Camp Cabin Leader
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60330000 - AG-YOUTH,FAMILIES& COMMUNITIES
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Okaloosa
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| The University of Florida/IFAS Extension 4-H Camping Program is looking for 12 Summer Camp Cabin Leaders for 4-H Camp Timpoochee in Niceville, FL. Summer Camp Cabin Leaders are the vital foundation to our summer camp program, as they are a positive role model, create lasting memories for all campers, provide safe cabin supervision, and have fun engaging in camper activities.
Interviews will begin via Zoom in early January. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email with additional details.
Hired Summer Camp Staff will be required to start paid training on May 15, 2024. Training will consist of hands-on, in-depth training in youth development and supervision, behavior management, the experiential learning process, and other tools for a successful summer program. Training will also include familiarizing staff with their facility, traditions, and making final preparations for summer. The official first day of camp will begin on Monday, June 3, 2024, and will end Thursday, August 1, 2024. During July 3-5, 2024, Timpoochee will not be providing any youth programs, so staff will have that time off.
Working as a Summer Camp Cabin Leader for the University of Florida 4-H Camping Program can provide a season of self-growth and an unforgettable work experience. Many practical work experiences and benefits are gained during a summer at camp, such as leadership, communication, networking opportunities, collaboration with a team, letters of recommendation, and professional development to just name a few. We have had camp staff fulfill internships as part of their employment. If you’re interested in making your summer employment an internship as well, please discuss this idea with your college advisor and Ariel Blanton, the 4-H Camp Timpoochee Director. Please reach out with any questions to timpoochee4h@ifas.ufl.edu.
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Post-doctoral Associate in Developmental Genetics
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60100000 - AG-MICROBIOLOGY / CELL SCI
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| 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. |
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Extension Agent I - III – Urban Forestry
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60354029 - AG-HILLSBOROUGH
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Hillsborough
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| The candidate will conduct a comprehensive Urban Forestry education program and outreach for the county’s population. Also, at least 5% of the candidate’s time will be devoted to 4-H Youth Development, emphasizing forestry and natural resources. The candidate will provide teaching for and management of Hillsborough County urban forestry extension programs. |
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Extension Agent I - III - 4-H Youth Development
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60351017 - AG-ESCAMBIA
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Escambia
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| The 4-H Youth Development Agent focuses on 1) volunteer development and 2) positive youth development through collaboration with 4-H volunteers, 4-H Extension colleagues, and Extension colleagues in the other Extension program areas. The 4-H Agent and a team of volunteers and staff makes a positive impact on the growth and development of youth in Escambia County and shapes future generations of leaders. |
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Assistant Professor of Molecular Nematology
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60140000 - AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| Duties will include developing an internationally recognized research program on the molecular interactions between nematodes and plants, microbial symbionts, and/or pathogens for improved pest management. Opportunities exist to participate in interdisciplinary research teams that include applied nematologists studying chemical and biological control, cropping systems, and population dynamics, and specialists in plant pathology, horticulture, agronomy, and soil and water science, among others.
Duties related to instruction will include teaching Principles of Nematology (NEM 3002). This is a large-enrollment undergraduate course taught online annually and is cross listed as a graduate course. |
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Postdoctoral Associate in Grassland Biogeochemistry and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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60780000 - AG-RCREC-ONA
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Hardee
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| University of Florida, Range Cattle Research and Education Center and its partner Archbold Biological Station LTAR site (ABS-UF) is focused primarily on the productivity and sustainability of forage-based grazing systems in subtropical environments with special emphasis on the impacts of management on ecosystem services under a climate change scenario. We are accepting applications for a Postdoctoral position in biogeochemistry (with special emphasis on C, N, and P dynamics) and GHG emissions in subtropical grazing land ecosystems within the framework of the USDA-LTAR project. |
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Assistant Professor of Environmental Education and Behavior
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60460000 - AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| 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. |
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Assistant Research Scientist
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60100000 - AG-MICROBIOLOGY / CELL SCI
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| Duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Design and complete projects that use advanced statistical and analytic tools to develop, integrate and evaluate large educational data sets gathered from multiple sources and repositories to address factors that affect STEM education according to the scope, needs, and direction of a multi-year funded project
• Collaborate effectively with multiple internal and external partners to procure data, manage scholarships and student programs, establish policies, and report results |
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Lecturer
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60210000 - AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| This position will be 70% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 30% academic support. Duties will include, but are not limited to, developing and teaching a new 3000-level undergraduate course “Ecosystem Principles and Practices in Soil and Water Sciences", teaching established 2000 and 3000 courses, and assisting graduate coordinator and academic support staff in monitoring and tracking graduate student progress. |
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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Liu Lab
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60150000 - AG-FOOD SCIENCE / HUMAN NUTR
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| The Liu lab conducts multiscale studies ranging from molecules to whole animals in order to understand the impact of genetic defects and diet on cardiac physiology. Novel genetic or diet-based mouse models are developed to investigate the mechanisms of heart disease, utilizing methods of cellular physiology, protein biochemistry, and in vivo cardiac functional assays.
Research areas may include implementing and improving current invasion risk assessment methods, evaluating invasion risk scenarios for species newly introduced to the USA and Florida or new uses of non-native plant species, shifting invasion risk of species under climate change and other global changes, and horizon-scanning for future high-risk invaders. |
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Assistant Professor - Invasive Aquatic Plant Management
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60370000 - AG-CENTER-AQUA / INVAS PLNTS
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Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
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| 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. |