UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for July 3, 2025
IFAS Human Resources has now created an opportunity for you to view, at a glance, newly posted IFAS TEAMS positions. Please click on the link for further details. These positions were vacant as of the date of this posting.
Requisition # 536316 Posting Closes 7/14/2025
60150000 – AG-FOOD SCIENCE – HUMAN NUTR
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) Department is seeking an Academic Program Specialist I for our Student Services Office in support of Graduate and Undergraduate programs. This position reports directly to the Manager of Student Services and serves as the point of contact for inquiries in a high traffic office setting. Clear and effective communication with students and faculty across the institution is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, working directly with students in navigating department services from point of inquiry through graduation, working directly with faculty by organizing Graduate Program applications for review, gathering data for reporting, and maintaining active student records. Timely communication to students, faculty and staff on department and university activities is an important function of the Program Specialist position in the FSHN Student Services Office.
Requisition # 536348 Posting Closes 7/9/2025
60013808 – AG-FINANCIAL SERVICE CENTER
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Accounting Specialist serves as the lead financial expert for IFAS Financial Services and is assigned a portfolio comprised of multiple faculty and staff in campus wide units. The Accounting Specialist is responsible for performing specialized professional accounting work that will provide support in monitoring, processing, and reviewing transactional activities related to fiscal process and compiling the data for internal purposes. The employee in this position must have superior customer service skills and is expected to provide accurate and compliant financial processing for internal and external partners, when representing the Institute of Agricultural Science and the University of Florida. This position will actively engage with partners, assist with workflow, resolve concerns, serve as a leader within their assigned responsibilities, and positively guide peers towards successful and accurate data entry. This person must be able to work independently, while knowing when to elevate concerns to administration.
Requisition # 536334 Posting Closes 7/16/2025
60470000 – AG-WILDLIFE ECOLOGY – CONSERV
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Administrative Specialist II supports the Unit Leader, Assistant Unit Leaders, cooperating faculty, staff, and students in operation of all aspects of the Florida Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit (Unit) within the Department of Wildlife Ecology & Conservation (WEC). The primary duties and responsibilities consist of independent work in pre- and post-award support for faculty within the Unit and cooperating faculty within WEC as well as cross-college proposals and awards. The incumbent must develop an understanding of the Cooperative Agreement that governs the Unit and exercise independent judgment in interpreting relevant Federal, State, and University policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations, a cooperative working environment, responsible management, and growth in Unit programs.
Requisition # 536084 Posting Closes 7/6/2025
60040000 – AG-DEAN FOR RESEARCH
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
This position provides specialized, executive level daily administrative support to the UF/IFAS Senior Associate Dean for Research and the UF/IFAS Dean for Research Office to manage related projects, programs, meetings and events. Expected to prioritize multiple assignments in a demanding, fast paced environment and remain flexible to work both independently and collaboratively with all members of the organization to ensure efficient operation. Performs confidential and/or non-routine administrative duties.
Requisition # 536226 Posting Closes 7/11/2025
60777000 – AG-LIVE OAK UNIT
Location: Suwannee
Incumbent will assist in implementing vital research and extension projects.
Requisition # 536199 Posting Closes 7/17/2025
60370000 – AG-CENTER-AQUA – INVAS PLNTS
Location: Alachua
The UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants seeks a creative and detail-oriented Communications Specialist. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with Center faculty, staff, and students as well as the UF/IFAS communications team to plan and create a variety of communication resources related to aquatic and invasive plant research. This full-time position is responsible for managing content for the Center’s communication media channels and developing resources that involve graphic design, photography, and video production. You will leverage communication tools to create and maintain the Center’s electronic newsletter, website, infographics, fact sheets, podcast and social media platforms.
We are looking for a person interested in gaining a multifaceted communication experience including, but not limited to:
- Connecting with natural resource function and management
- Exposure to applied research
- Graphic design
- Photography
- Podcast production
- Videography
- Writing and copy editing
Education/Training Spec I /4-H Program Assistant
Requisition # 536288 Posting Closes 7/13/2025
60355006 – AG-BROWARD
Location: Broward
This specialized position supports the work of the professional Extension Agent in delivering high-quality educational programming focused on 4-H youth development. The 4-H Education Training Specialist is responsible for assisting with preparation, organization of instructional materials, helping to deliver youth and adult educational programs, and aiding in developing training tools to support learning outcomes. The role includes supporting the coordination of logistics and materials for camps, events, and marketing/outreach. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, participant data, evaluation results, and processing financial transactions related to programming. The position also provides rotating support at the front desk to ensure efficient office operations.
Requisition # 536284 Posting Closes 7/15/2025
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING – OPERATIONS
Location: Hillsborough
This position is located in Wimauma, in southern HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY: The Fiscal Assistant II reports directly to the Business Manager. The main responsibility of this role is preparing expense reports for all GCREC faculty and staff and initiates P-card verifications and approvals; Performs fiscal/office duties for the Gulf Coast Research & Education Center in Balm and Plant City, and other duties as required. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Excel preferred.
Requisition # 536107 Posting Closes 7/6/2025
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Join a team that keeps the systems running smoothly and drives operational excellence at the University of Florida. UF/IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations is seeking a skilled Industrial Controls Technician to maintain and troubleshoot HVAC and building automation systems across critical campus facilities. If you have a passion for diagnostics, hands-on problem solving, and supporting essential infrastructure, this is your opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic university setting and make an impact at one of Florida’s top universities. Enjoy stable work, growth opportunities, and exceptional state benefits.
Requisition # 535976 Posting Closes 7/9/2025
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Join Our Team as a Maintenance Generalist III!
IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations (FPO) is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Generalist III to help maintain and support UF/IFAS-owned buildings across Florida. This position plays a key role in inspecting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance—particularly with building automation and HVAC systems. You’ll also lead minor renovations and construction projects, coordinate emergency maintenance responses, and serve as a trusted go-to when your supervisor is unavailable. If you’re ready for hands-on work with a statewide impact, enjoy variety in your day, and thrive in a team that values leadership and initiative, we’d love to hear from you. A valid driver’s license is required for travel to job sites on and off campus.
Marketing and Communication Specialist
Requisition # 536310 Posting Closes 7/20/2025
60260000 – AG-AG ED AND COMMUNICATION
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL), Remote/Flexible
The University of Florida’s Department of Agricultural Education and Communication is seeking a talented Marketing and Communication Specialist for a full-time position responsible for print, web, and digital media products and activities.
In this crucial role, you will be the driving force behind developing and executing a comprehensive, integrated marketing and communication strategy across multiple platforms to effectively promote the department’s programs, initiatives, and achievements. Your expertise will be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives that resonate with prospective students, industry partners, and the broader agricultural community.
Requisition # 534618 Posting Closes 7/11/2025
60013807 – AG-Sponsored Project Admin
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The position of Research Administrator I at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) requires a motivated, service-oriented professional to support scientists in solving critical problems. This role involves comprehensive research administration for faculty and principal investigators, ensuring effective coordination of services, policies, and compliance. Key responsibilities include coordinating the full lifecycle of pre- and post-award research administration, such as proposal development, award management, and stakeholder communication. The Research Administrator I is an entry-level role with limited or no prior experience, work is closely supervised but the incumbent should have the ability to work independently without constant direction, and the capacity to handle professional concepts and routine tasks. Additionally, fostering a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment is essential.
Requisition # 536237 Posting Closes 7/8/2025
60140000 – AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
This position requires a highly motivated, service-focused, self-starting professional to support scientists who are working diligently to discover solutions to some of the most vexing problems in Florida and the world. As a Research Administrator in The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), you are expected to provide comprehensive research administration to a portfolio of faculty/principal investigators (PIs) in the department of Entomology & Nematology to ensure the overall effective coordination of research administration services, systems, policies, processes and compliance.
This position will provide lifecycle pre- & post-award research administration ensuring the fulfillment of all grant and/or contract & compliance requirements. Major duties include proposal development, review, and submission, as well as submission and management of other research-related agreements, award management including faculty/staff effort, expenditures, modifications, and closeouts, in addition to regularly communicating with the projects’ stakeholders. The position reports to the Chair and/or the Associate Chair for Research.
The Research Administrator II is a mid-level position with some prior experience in research administration expected, who; applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. The RAII may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
Requisition # 535761 Posting Closes 8/1/2025
60870000 – AG-MREC-APOPKA
Location: 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.
Requisition # 536333 Posting Closes 7/9/2025
60770000 – AG-NFREC-QUINCY
Location: Gadsden
This position is responsible for coordinating research and extension projects, supervising project personnel, and ensuring the timely completion of project data collection. The successful candidate will also assist with stakeholder engagement and science communication, contributing to the overall success of the lab’s research and extension programs. This is a Staff Part-time position.
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