UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for November 7, 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 # 537370 Posting Closes 11/08/2025
60093000 – AG-BEEF RESEARCH UNIT
Location: Alachua
The Department of Animal Sciences in seeking an Agricultural Assistant II. This position is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the Beef Research Unit. These responsibilities include independent initiative and completion of assigned duties related to but not limited to animal husbandry; forage management; facilities and equipment upkeep; vehicle and equipment operation; assistance with research projects; and supervision of student employees.
Requisition # 537795 Posting Closes 11/18/2025
60950000 – AG-PLANT SCIENCE RESEARCH – ED
Location: Marion
The Plant Science Research and Education Unit (PSREU) in Citra is hiring an Agricultural Assistant II. The PSREU was established to provide space and support for specialized research on fruit, vegetables, turf, agronomic and ornamental crops for the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. To accomplish this mission, PSREU staff interact with faculty and staff members to complete successful research projects. These projects are detailed and precise data must be obtained for the results to be meaningful.
Biological Scientist I / Engineering
Requisition # 536175 Posting Closes 11/19/2025
60760000 – AG-IRREC-FT. PIERCE
Location: St. Lucie
This position supports research in smart irrigation and hydrology for Florida’s citrus and vegetable production systems. The Biological Scientist I / Engineering will assist with both field and laboratory work, collecting and analyzing data related to water conservation, water quality, and sustainable agricultural practices. The role contributes to advancing UF/IFAS research efforts that promote efficient water use and long-term sustainability in Florida agriculture.
Requisition # 537761 Posting Closes 11/10/2025
60790000 – AG-TREC-HOMESTEAD
Location: Dade
This is a full-time position located in Homestead, Florida only open to UF current Employees.
This senior biological scientist position primarily focuses on independently developing protocols and conducting experiments on invasive species, with an emphasis in mites vectors of plant viruses. The incumbent characterizes complex symbiotic associations of vectors of plant pathogens. Trains and oversees personnel to keep and maintain multiple insect and mite colonies and their associated symbionts and pathogens they vector. This position also manages lab colonies of arthropods and their associated microorganisms.
This position is open to current UF employees only.
Requisition # 537770 Posting Closes 11/24/2025
60152300 – AG-SOUTHERN REGION PROGRAMS-IR
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
This full-time position is based in the Food and Environmental Toxicology Laboratory and plays a critical role in supporting research and regulatory compliance efforts. The Chemist II is responsible for the extraction and analysis of pesticide residues in agricultural commodities, conducted in accordance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). The successful candidate will operate with minimal supervision, applying prior experience and sound judgment to independently plan and execute laboratory tasks. This role requires a high level of technical proficiency, attention to detail, and commitment to quality standards.
Requisition # 537207 Posting Closes 11/13/2025
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING – OPERATIONS
Location: Polk
The University of Florida’s Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) is looking for a motivated and dependable Custodial Worker II to join our team! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our research operations, helping to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where our faculty, staff, students, and visitors can thrive. If you take pride in your work and enjoy making a real difference in your community every day, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Requisition # 537748 Posting Closes 11/18/2025
60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The primary responsibility of the Data Management Analyst I position is to manage the data curation, preservation, and usages related to the University of Florida’s LAKEWATCH program. LAKEWATCH is a water quality monitoring program that facilitates “hands-on” participation by community volunteers in the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers and springs through monthly sampling activities. It is one of the largest community science programs in the country, with over 1800 trained volunteers, 800 monitored ecosystems, and 30 years of water quality data. In 1991, the Florida Legislature recognized the importance of the program and established Florida LAKEWATCH in the state statutes (Florida Statute 1004.49.); therefore, the integrity, preservation, and distribution of programmatic data are of the utmost importance. More information can be found at: https://lakewatch.ifas.ufl.edu/.
The position will maintain, design, create, modify, and/or monitor databases related to the LAKEWATCH program. The main data type to be managed is analytical: water chemistry measurements (i.e., total nitrogen, total phosphorus, conductivity, chlorophyll a, and color), collected monthly by volunteers from aquatic ecosystems across the state of Florida. The position will be responsible for sharing of these data with numerous stakeholders, including Florida’s Department of the Environmental Protection, and facilitate their use in research, teaching, and extension activities at the University of Florida. The position will also provide expertise on statistical approaches and methods for LAKEWATCH research activities, and support statistical software (e.g., R programming language and R Studio/R Markdown interfaces) use by affiliated staff and students. Additional activities may also include updating the LAKEWATCH webpage and designing new interfaces for volunteer engagement with the program, in collaboration with other LAKEWATCH team members.
Requisition # 537746 Posting Closes 11/07/2025
60140000 – AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY
Location: Polk
The Extension Program Assistant will assist the Entomology and Nematology Department Extension faculty with training and education programs that engage partners and clientele across Florida. Primary focus will be working with faculty on projects focused on integrated pest management (IPM) and biodiversity conservation in horticultural systems. Work closely with Extension faculty to facilitate and coordinate in-person and web-based Extension workshops, conferences, and field days; administer and curate pre- and post-training clientele evaluation surveys; assist with registration and student support for Extension Online Learning; and curate survey data to help communicate department Extension program impacts.
Requisition # 537628 Posting Closes 11/07/2025
60751000 – AG-GCREC-ADMINISTRATION
Location: Hillsborough
The Human Resources Assistant is located in Wimauma, in southern HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY: Reporting to the Administrative Services Manager the incumbent will primarily work on Personnel functions and Payroll as well as International Hires. This position will also assist with the annual assets inventory and provide some backup to fiscal when needed. The position requires confidentiality, excellent communication skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, organizational skills, attention to detail, and will cross train with other staff on various office related duties. This position may require rare / occasional travel to Gainesville and/or other Research Centers when needed.
Requisition # 537762 Posting Closes 11/7/2025
60733000 – AG-CREC-HORTICULTURE
Location: Polk
This position is in the Citrus and other subtropical fruit breeding laboratory at the Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred, FL. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Laboratory Technician I to support plant breeding and molecular biology research and experiments. The technician will assist in the preparation, execution, and documentation of molecular assays and genetic analyses. Key responsibilities include performing routine molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA/RNA extraction, and cloning. We also expect the individual to assist with routine greenhouse operations, such as watering, budding, and other necessary tasks.
This position is for a one-year term and will be renewed annually, contingent upon available funds.
Requisition # 537690 Posting Closes 11/07/2025
60900000 – AG-FMEL-VERO BEACH
Location: Indian River
This is a full-time (40 hours per week) laboratory technician position working at the UF/IFAS Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory (https://fmel.ifas.ufl.edu). The workload will be divided equally between Dr. Eva Buckner’s and Dr. Yoosook Lee’s labs (i.e., 20 hours per week per lab). Training/supervision of undergraduate and graduate students and lab technicians is also an integral part of this role. Position is initially available for 6 months, with possibility of extension depending on performance during the provisional period.
In Dr. Buckner’s lab, activities will include assisting with laboratory management, maintaining mosquito colonies in the insectary, performing mosquito insecticide resistance testing, supervising junior laboratory personnel, and assisting with purchases. Additionally, the selected candidate will perform all assigned tasks for any other research or Extension projects taking place in the Buckner lab, which may include semi-field or field experiments.
In Dr. Lee’s lab, activities will include laboratory management, supervising junior laboratory personnel, conducting sample inventory management, DNA extraction, genomic DNA library preparation for whole genome sequencing, mosquito collection, mosquito pinning, and assisting with purchases needed for research and Extension activities.
This position may require availability for weekend and evening work upon occasion. The incumbent will need to satisfy UF and IACUC requirements for inclusion in research projects.
Requisition # 537739 Posting Closes 11/30/2025
60440000 – AG-IFAS COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
UF/IFAS Communications is seeking a Media Relations Specialist and science writer that will support the media outreach efforts of a designated area of the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) and its 16 schools and departments, 12 research and education centers, five research and demonstration sites, and 67 county Extension offices. The ideal candidate will be a skilled writer with an understanding of local, state, and national news media and experience producing content for multiple communications platforms including media dissemination of news stories highlighting significant scientific advancements, educational achievements, and public service accomplishments led by UF/IFAS faculty. The Media Relations Specialist will report to the Associate Vice President of Communications.
Requisition # 537516 Posting Closes 11/14/2025
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING – OPERATIONS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Join UF/IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations as a Plumber!
Are you a skilled plumber ready to take on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects? We’re looking for a talented professional to install, maintain, and repair everything from plumbing fixtures, valves, and circulating pumps to water, air, gas, and vacuum lines. You’ll also tackle sanitary systems, drain cleaning, backflow preventers, emergency eye washes and showers, and irrigation systems.
If you’re experienced with electric drain cleaning machines, pipe cutting, and threading, and can read blueprints and schematics with ease, this is your chance to make a real impact keeping UF/IFAS facilities running smoothly. Join a team that values expertise, problem-solving, and getting things done right!
Requisition # 537840 Posting Closes 11/16/2025
60450000 – AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Program Manager for the UF/IFAS Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) plays a key leadership role in creating and managing onboarding and orientation initiatives for new and existing staff across the state of Florida. EFNEP is a federally funded program that empowers income-constrained families to make healthier food choices and increase physical activity to reduce chronic disease risk.
Under the supervision of Dr. Nicole Duffy, EFNEP Associate Director, the Program Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of a statewide onboarding and orientation process for EFNEP team members.
- Orientation refers to the short-term introduction to UF/IFAS and EFNEP policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Onboarding is the longer-term process of integrating staff into their specific roles, building confidence, and ensuring ongoing success through training, mentorship, and support.
This role ensures that all nutrition educators, supervisors, office assistants, and state office staff receive consistent, engaging, and effective preparation to excel in their positions. The Program Manager also supervises the Education and Training Specialist III, Data Management Analyst I, and Communications Specialist fostering a collaborative, high-performing team that supports statewide EFNEP implementation and continuous improvement.
Requisition # 537418 Posting Closes 12/1/2025
60070000 – AG-AGRICUL – BIOLOGICAL ENG
Location: 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.
Requisition # 537712 Posting Closes 11/17/2025
60777000 – AG-LIVE OAK UNIT
Location: Suwannee
Intermediate level Research Coordinator. Works under minimal supervision from Assistant Center Director, NFREC-SV. Relies on experience and judgment to plan, prioritize, and accomplish goals. Reviews procedures and their impact on goals. Serve as coordinating person for ongoing Best Management Practices (BMPs) projects and activities and will summarize and document BMP projects being conducted at NFREC-SV and surrounding counties. Coordinates BMP research/team meetings to gain project updates for reporting. Serves as a liaison between research teams and the hosting unit, NFREC- SV. Performs a variety of tasks, including documenting applied trials and demonstrations, brief written summary of outcomes and impacts of BMP projects.
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