UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for May 9, 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.

Administrative Specialist II
Requisition # 531133
60040000 – AG-DEAN FOR RESEARCH
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

This Administrative Specialist II position provides specialized administrative support for projects, programs and events within the UF/IFAS Dean for Research Office and executive level administrative support to the Senior Associate & Associate Deans for Research. This individual works with all members of the administrative team to ensure the efficient operation of the Dean for Research Office. Expected to prioritize multiple assignments in a demanding, fast paced environment and remain flexible to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to meet deadlines under limited timeframes while maintaining a collegial, positive work environment. Performs confidential and/or non-routine administrative duties.

Biological Scientist II
Requisition # 531370
60790000 – AG-TREC-HOMESTEAD
Location: Dade

The incumbent will coordinate all daily preparation and maintenance of research and extension programs in the Agroecology Lab at the Tropical Research and Education Center. This position is open to University of Florida employees only.

Lab activities investigate the foundational concepts and practical applications of agroecology from the perspective of crop physiology and community ecology. Current lab projects include an agroecosystem experiment with a cover crop model system, plant diversity sampling, food system risk modeling, and novel cropping system development. The incumbent should be able to work with a degree of independence when conducting field and laboratory experiments and observational surveys, including sampling of soil and plant material, processing of soil and plant material, data collection, electronic data entry, and record keeping. The incumbent will exhibit good work ethics, the ability to work without constant supervision, and enthusiasm for agroecology.

Biological Scientist II – Closes 5/9/2024
Requisition # 531315
60760000 – AG-IRREC-FT. PIERCE
Location: St. Lucie

This TEAMS position will conduct research in citrus and other tree crop horticulture, including but not limited to irrigation, plant nutrition, water, and nutrient management, cultural practices, cropping systems, variety trials, nursery and greenhouse plant production, and pest and disease management. New areas can be incorporated based on funding and collaboration. The individual will establish, maintain, and gather data from research plots and greenhouses at the Indian River Research and Education Center (IRREC) and in commercial groves in collaboration with private cooperators. The bioscientist will be responsible for properly using equipment and facilities, planning and initiating experiments, and collecting data. The person will assist in revising grants, peer-reviewed journal articles, and other technical publications. The employee is expected to provide horticultural training in workshops and short-term courses. The bioscientist will directly supervise OPS employees and will assist graduate students in their research and other TEAMS employees in the execution of their duties. The individual will also be responsible for procuring supplies, completing fertilizer/chemical inventories, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Biological Scientist III
Requisition # 530475
60080000 – AG-AGRONOMY
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

The Biological Scientist III will play a critical role in coordination of all aspects of biotechnology and breeding research. The Biological Scientist III will plan and execute laboratory, greenhouse and field experiments within the grass biotechnology program at the University of Florida-IFAS.

Biological Scientist IV
Requisition # 530466
60080000 – AG-AGRONOMY
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

The Biological Scientist IV will play a critical role in coordinating all aspects of biotechnology research for improvement of sugarcane, collection and compilation of data, field trial planning and execution within the crop biotechnology program at the University of Florida-IFAS https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/641914.

The successful candidate will coordinate complex crop biotechnology research projects by relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. The successful candidate demonstrates expertise in a wide variety of molecular genetics concepts, practices, and procedures. A very wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. The successful candidate has an exceptional ability to analyze existing methodologies, formulates hypotheses, modifies existing procedures, and has a record of successfully developing novel procedures for crop improvement with biotechnology. The selected candidate will report to the Principal Investigator of the Crop Biotechnology Research Program.

Chemist III
Requisition # 530301
60152300 – AG-SOUTHERN REGION PROGRAMS-IR
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

A full-time position located in the Food and Environmental Toxicology Laboratory within the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. This position is responsible for the extraction and analyses of various plant samples (e.g. fruits, vegetables, seeds, oils) for pesticide residues in compliance with EPA’s Good Laboratory Practices. This position also modifies and develops methods for challenging combinations of pesticide and sample type. Employee operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and instruments, and uses various software packages for data acquisition and reporting. Employee participates in cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment and facilities.

Dietitian I
Requisition # 529587
60150000 – AG-FOOD SCIENCE / HUMAN NUTR
Location: Alachua

This dietitian position is based in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department (FSHN) and will provide nutrition services to the patients of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases (FIND) at UF Health. FIND is committed to providing exemplary care for people with neurological diseases and disorders, while being a leader in conducting novel clinical research. The dietitian will provide services which include assessing the nutrition status of patients and providing medical nutrition therapy, providing nutrition education, and monitoring patients to achieve nutrition goals. The dietitian collaborates with the faculty and staff of FIND who refer patients to this dietitian and assists in implementing nutrition interventions. The dietitian also serves as a community educator, presenting at conferences, symposiums, support groups, etc. to inform community members of the impact food and diet can have on neurological health.

Extension Program Specialist
Requisition # 531351
60190000 – AG-PLANT PATHOLOGY
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

The Plant Pathology Department at the University of Florida is looking for an extension program specialist to work within a collaborative team environment to support the National Plant Diagnostic Network’s (NPDN) molecular diagnostic service program. The employee reports to the director of Southern Plant Diagnostic Network (SPDN) and has responsibilities to work with the NPDN Protocols and Validation Committee and Diagnostic Assay Validation Network to develop a molecular service center for extension diagnostic labs nationwide. Responsibilities are split between molecular diagnostic protocol development, validation, and implementation in the UF-IFAS Plant Diagnostic Center, and evaluation and reporting of molecular diagnostic needs and solutions to serve industry, research, and extension clientele.

Extension Program Specialist (Hybrid) – Pinellas Region
Requisition # 531474
60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM
Location: Pinellas, Remote/Flexible

The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking an enthusiastic professional in Upper Southwest Florida to deliver policy, systems and environment (PSE) change trainings and technical assistance to staff from schools, childcare centers, and other community partners to help make the healthy choice the easy choice in Pinellas and surrounding counties. If you are passionate about health equity, want to make it easier for limited-resource youth to lead healthier lives, and can see yourself working with partners from different sectors to increase healthy food access opportunities, work for FNP!

Fiscal Assistant I – Closes 5/10/2024
Requisition # 531330
60736000 – AG-CREC-INFRASTRUCTURE
Location: Polk

The incumbent in this position is responsible for processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, p-card transactions assisting with shipping/receiving, and inventory.

Florida 4-H AmeriCorps Program Director
Requisition # 531026
60330000 – AG-YOUTH, FAMILIES & COMMUNITIES
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

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.

Geomatics Instruction and Outreach
Requisition # 529662
60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

This Geomatics position collaborates with Geomatics faculty members at the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (SFFGS) for instruction and other matters related to the Geomatics Program. The position is responsible for teaching labs, managing day-to-day lab needs, and developing and executing plans for the Geomatics outreach program in Gainesville and surrounding counties. This position has research, teaching, extension, and administrative duties.

High Performance Work Team Custodial Worker II
Requisition # 531336
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS
Location: Alachua

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of buildings, performing heavy cleaning tasks like floor cleaning, rug shampooing, and waste removal. Also involved in minor maintenance duties and may report to a Custodial Supervisor or Custodial Manager.

High Performance Work Team Custodial Worker III
Requisition # 531338
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS
Location: Alachua

Oversees Maintenance Generalists and Custodial Workers for efficient repair and cleaning services. Performs a range of maintenance tasks, directs others, and exercises creativity in problem-solving. This position will be responsible for maintaining several IFAS buildings across North Central Florida.

Laboratory Technician III
Requisition # 531423
60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS
Location: Alachua

The primary responsibility of this position is to facilitate citizen volunteers in the monitoring of water quality in Florida lakes. 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. LAKEWATCH 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.). More information can be found at: https://lakewatch.ifas.ufl.edu/.

The LAKEWATCH Laboratory Technologist IIIs responsible for the training, supervision, and coordination of volunteers who collect water quality data from Florida’s lakes, rivers, and coasts. They will also disseminate LAKEWATCH information to the public at regional meetings. Duties also include assisting in the compilation of data collected by volunteers for later analysis, maintaining the LAKEWATCH email and phone line, and creating/editing content for social media channels.
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Research Administrator II
Requisition # 530953
60013807 – AG-Sponsored Project Admin
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL), Remote/Flexible

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 various units to ensure the overall effective coordination of research administration services, systems, policies, processes, and compliance. Position will provide lifecycle pre- & post-award research administration ensuring the fulfillment of all grants and/or contract & compliance requirements. Major duties include proposal development, review and submission and management of other research related agreements, award management including effort, expenditures, modifications, and closeouts, and regular communication with project stakeholders. The position reports to the Assistant Director of IFAS Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA). The Research Administrator II is a mid-level position with some prior experience in research administration; 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. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices. Every member of our community is expected to foster a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative and welcoming; showing respect, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration for all.

Research Administrator II – Closes 5/9/2024
Requisition # 531299
60150000 – AG-FOOD SCIENCE / HUMAN NUTR
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

This position requires an initiative-taking, service-focused individual to support scientists who are working to discover solutions to issues related to human nutrition and food science. As a Research Administrator II in the Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) Department, you will provide comprehensive pre- & post-award research administration to faculty/principal investigators to ensure effective coordination of research administration services, systems, policies, processes, and compliance. Major duties include participating in proposal and complex budget development, review, and submission of grant proposals, ensuring compliance, management of other research related agreements, and award management. This position reports to the Research Administrator III of the FSHN Department. The Research Administrator II is a mid-level position with prior experience in research administration, who applies acquired skills, and knowledge to complete assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity, exercises judgment within defined guidelines, and determines appropriate action.

Research Administrator III
Requisition # 530969
60013807 – AG-Sponsored Project Admin
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 various units to ensure the overall effective coordination of research administration services, systems, policies, processes, and compliance.
Position will provide lifecycle pre- & post-award research administration ensuring the fulfillment of all grants and/or contract & compliance requirements. Major duties include proposal development, review and submission and Submission and management of other research related agreements, award management including effort, expenditures, modifications, and closeouts, in addition to regularly communicating with the projects’ stakeholders. The position reports to the Assistant Director of IFAS Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA).
The Research Administrator III is a upper-level position with an in-depth understanding of the professional field; can independently perform full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions; functions with a high degree of autonomy and limited supervision; coaches and reviews the work of lower level professionals; problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.
Every member of our community is expected to foster a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, and welcoming; showing respect and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration for all.

Research Assistant II
Requisition # 531118
60820000 – AG-WFREC-JAY
Location: Santa Rosa

As Research Assistant II you will play a critical role in collecting field and lab data in experiments related to nutrient management including the Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP). This is a time limited position. Position is three-year time-limited with the possibility for extension depending on availability of grant funding. This position involves working closely with the project lead and team members to ensure the smooth execution of research activities related to nutrient management in agriculture. The successful candidate will contribute to data collection, analysis, and reporting, as well as assisting with project logistics and communication. Reliable handling of samples, spectral instruments, and data will be critically important. An individual in this position possesses excellent skills to communicate efficiently with project members, supervisor, and growers/farmers. A proactive attitude to work independently performing assigned tasks, and to meet project milestones are expected.

Research Assistant II – Closes 5/10/2024
Requisition # 530480
60210000 – AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

As Research Assistant II you will play a critical role to collect field and lab-data in a large-scale national climate-smart agriculture partnership project. The project aims to quantify soil carbon, soil health, and ecosystem services under various climate-smart management practices. Your primary role will entail independently collect soil samples, spectral data, and geographic coordinates at sampling sites on farms that grow specialty crops in Florida and out-of-state. Travel is required for this position. Reliable handling of samples, spectral instruments, and data will be critically important. An individual in this position possesses excellent skills to communicate efficiently with project members, supervisor, and growers/farmers. A successful applicant should enjoy the outdoors to engage in field sampling under different weather conditions as well as spectral data collection in the laboratory and basic data handling/entry. A proactive attitude to coordinate travel to field sites, to work independently performing assigned tasks, and to meet project milestones are expected.

Research Coordinator II – Closes 5/9/2024
Requisition # 531205
60450000 – AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM
Location: Alachua

The Research Coordinator II for the UF/IFAS Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) will oversee phases of several projects under the direction of Dr. Karla Shelnutt, Professor and Associate Dean and Dr. Nicole Duffy, EFNEP Associate Director. Key responsibilities include: perform research and evaluation activities for a USDA NIFA AFRI grant titled, “A Cost-Benefit Analysis of EFNEP Utilizing Biomarkers of Chronic Disease Risk;” manage Dr. Shelnutt’s research lab; and work with the associate director on EFNEP projects.

EFNEP is a federally funded capacity grant program that teaches families with low income how to prepare healthy meals on a budget, among other nutrition skills. Ideal for those passionate about research and community health.

Research Coordinator III
Requisition # 531331
60152300 – AG-SOUTHERN REGION PROGRAMS-IR
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

A full-time position located in the Food and Environmental Toxicology Laboratory within the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. This position serves as the Southern Region Field Coordinator for Interregional Project No.4 (IR-4), entitled “A National Agricultural Program to Clear Pest Control Agents for Minor Uses”. This position is responsible to lead and coordinate all field research programs in the IR-4 Southern Region, which is comprised of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Puerto Rico.