UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for July 3, 2024
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.
Automotive Service Tech I – Closes 7/3/2024
Requisition # 531832
60760000 – AG-IRREC-FT. PIERCE
Location: St. Lucie
Entry-level automotive mechanic. Performs maintenance and repairs on automobiles. May specialize in maintaining, servicing, and repairing one system or component (or more) on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator. Responsible for removing, installing, diagnosing, repairing, disassembling and assembling parts, components, and engines. Perform all duties according to safety procedures. Knowledgeable of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Work under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager.
Biological Scientist II – Closes 7/5/2024
Requisition # 532034
60230000 – AG-HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES
Location: Alachua
This is a Biological Scientist position located in Gainesville, FL with responsibilities for conducting research and managing the UF/IFAS CTC Controlled Environment Capability for accelerated growing citrus among other crops. The incumbent will also provide programming in High Performance Computing Environments, support and deploy sensors to collect data to train dynamic crop growth models for optimization of cropping systems with reduced greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient loses to the environment. This role serves as a technical resource for undergraduate, graduate students, postdocs and growers.
Communications Specialist
Requisition # 532035
60230000 – AG-HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES
Location: Alachua
The Department of Horticultural Sciences at the University of Florida is a team of 200 faculty and staff located across Florida, dedicated to improving fruit and vegetable production for the benefit of Florida farmers and consumers. We conduct innovative research in plant breeding & genetics, plant and environmental physiology, fruit & vegetable production, postharvest physiology, biochemistry, and other disciplines. Our diverse faculty and staff integrate the land-grant mission of research, teaching, and Extension programs to provide practical experience for our students, technical support for farmers, relevance for the horticulture industry, and a pipeline to bring leading research from our labs to the public.
The Communications Specialist leads all communications for the department, including the Crop Transformation Center (CTC). This position is responsible for the digital and print communications strategy, implementation, and evaluation of communication impact. They will work with UF/IFAS (Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences) Communications to source stories, collaborate on media coverage, and develop graphic design projects. The Communications Specialist is responsible for creating and executing a communications strategy, translating department-created content for the public, branding, and raising awareness of our people, research, teaching, and Extension efforts to the public.
Custodial Worker I
Requisition # 532135
60740000 – AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE
Location: Palm Beach
The person in this position is responsible for providing all custodial services for the laboratory, teaching, conference and office buildings at the University of Florida, IFAS, Everglades Research and Education Center in Belle Glade.
Data Management Analyst I
Requisition # 532096
60777000 – AG-LIVE OAK UNIT
Location: Suwannee
The position supports the Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program crop management competitions and related IFAS Extension agribusiness programs under supervision of the Regional Specialized Agent for Agribusiness. Responsibilities include collecting, managing, and analyzing data on agricultural production costs, commodity markets, and crop insurance. Work may be conducted remotely, but occasional presence at the North Florida Research and Education Center – Suwannee Valley (Live Oak, Florida) is required.
Data Management Analyst I
Requisition # 531968
60870000 – AG-MREC-APOPKA
Location: Orange
The Data Management Analyst I position involves assistance in conducting applied research in consumer economics and marketing that has practical implications for horticultural industry stakeholders, including producers, retailers, wholesalers, and urban landscape design and service professionals in Florida. Responsibilities include but are not limited to assistance with survey instrument development, distribution, data analysis and reporting. Additional activities may include collaboration with other researchers on data collection efforts and support with grant writing.
End User Computing Spec III
Requisition # 531743
60070000 – AG-AGRICUL / BIOLOGICAL ENG
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Install, update, troubleshoot, maintain, and remove operating systems, hardware, and software on departmental computers, including the ABE Virtual Machine.
Isolate and resolve highly complex IT ticket requests submitted via the UF/IFAS ticket system for operating system and application software; offer videoconferencing and on-line teaching support; generate and maintain IT service records and SOPs; upon request, train faculty, staff members, and graduate students on the use of fundamental programs and/or new tech hardware. Purchase, maintain and manage a/v equipment in conference room. Provide preventive actions and solutions to recurring IT issues. Complete other IT support tasks as needed, including tasks assigned by the position’s supervisor or department chair.
This is a team-based customer service position; the possession of and propensity to use interpersonal communication skills to appropriately and effectively communicate and interact with colleagues and teammates is required. A willingness to take ownership of tickets to balance the team’s workload is expected. The ability to accurately assess a client’s familiarity with IT-related topics and adapt the approach, response, and/or instructions is critical. Because IT requests arrive intermittently, the ability to communicate with the IT team and/or autonomously prioritize incoming tasks and make schedule or focus adjustments is essential.
Farm Operations Technical Manager
Requisition # 532170
60750000 – AG-GCREC – BALM
Location: Hillsborough
The incumbent will work with faculty and staff to transform the farm facilities at the UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center (GCREC) into an innovation hub focused on pioneering the future of agriculture through the development and adoption of advanced technologies, including AI and robotics, for horticultural crops and ornamental production. The incumbent will develop a team approach to coordinate and direct agronomic activities vital to the success of the research and education mission of the center. Responsibilities include coordinating field activities with faculty programs; training and supervising farm staff; developing and adhering to an operational farm budget; procuring necessary supplies and equipment; preserving operational records, GPS systems, and other computer-based systems; and stewardship of assigned farm facilities and equipment. The incumbent must ensure compliance to all regulatory and worker safety germane to farm operations.
Working Title: Farm Operations Technical Manager
Incumbent must acquire and maintain the appropriate restricted use pesticide applicator licenses to apply or work with the application of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, fumigants and other pesticides.
Farm Supervisor
Requisition # 532022
60095000 – AG-EQUINE SCIENCES CENTER
Location: Marion
The Department of Animal Sciences’ Equine Science Center is seeking at Farm Supervisor. This position will serve directly under and report to the Academic Programs Specialist/Farm Manager. The Farm Supervisor will be responsible for assisting the Farm Manager with the day-to-day operations of the Equine Sciences Center and Horse Teaching Unit and working directly with the farm crews. This individual will be key in decision making when the Farm Manager is unavailable. Both the manager and supervisor will work closely together to plan improvement projects and help both units support the teaching, research and extension functions of the department. The Farm Supervisor will have a general understanding of the farm budget to help monitor farm expenditures on a weekly basis. It is expected that this individual will have a strong background in equine reproduction and will participate with the CVM and the Farm Manager to ensure that the breeding program is optimized.
HVAC Mechanic
Requisition # 532012
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS
Location: Polk
The HVAC Mechanic with IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations provides preventive maintenance and general maintenance for all UF/IFAS-owned buildings at Lake Alfred, Apopka, and Wimauma, Florida. Primary work location can be adjusted to any of the sites to best accommodate the employee. Driving a state vehicle to work sites is required.
Nutrition Educator – Orlando (Hybrid)
Requisition # 532030
60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM
Location: Orange
The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking an enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Orange County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Project Manager II
Requisition # 529407
60070000 – AG-AGRICUL / BIOLOGICAL ENG
Location: Remote/Flexible
The project manager will be responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, and reporting of two projects. The first project, the Florida AgrAbility Program (FAP), is a collaborative project between the University of Florida (UF) and the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida (CILNCF). The second project involves implementing education and training programs for special populations. The project manager will also provide service coordination between state and local government organizations, agricultural businesses, UF Extension, community-based organizations, and health care providers.
Research Administration Manager
Requisition # 532014
60340000 – AG-LIVESTOCK INNOVATION LAB
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for international development and agricultural innovation? Look no further! We’re seeking a Research Administration Manager to drive strategic-level operations within the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Livestock Systems (LSIL) at the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS).
The incumbent would work with pre and post award research administration, subaward management, compliance, financial management, human resources and other various administrative activities. This position has a significant influence on the development and application of procedures based on an understanding of the Livestock Systems Innovation Lab’s role and function. The LSIL program works globally: East Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda), West Africa (Burkina Faso and Niger), Asia (Nepal), and Haiti. The position collaborates closely with the Division of Sponsored Programs (DSP), Contracts and Grants (C&G), and IFAS Sponsored Program Administration (SPA) to ensure efficiency and compliance with federal, sponsor and University guidelines.
This is a time limited position and is dependent on funding availability.
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