UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for May 21, 2026
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.
Academic Advisor II – Plant Science Major (PLS)
Requisition # 539953 Posting Closes 6/10/2026
60230000 – AG-HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Academic Advisor II provides high quality, comprehensive academic advising for the undergraduate Plant Science Major (PLS) and affiliated departmental minors. Other primary roles include marketing for PLS and recruiting undergraduate students, and administrative duties to support the program. PLS is an innovative major that bridges three core collaborating departments (Agronomy, Horticultural Sciences, and Plant Pathology) and presents an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a growing team of passionate students, faculty, and administrators from a range of plant-related disciplines.
Responsibilities include: Advise students on course selection, requirements for degree completion, and preparing for post-college goals and career plans; Manage student registration, enrollment, and petitions; Develop and implement new advising practices and tools; Recruit for PLS at UF, State College transfer events, industry events, and additional appropriate venues both on and off campus; Monitor and track course offerings across the network of PLS core departments and affiliates; Work with the PLS Steering Committee to assess trends in student success and prepare program reports and collateral materials; Manage, securely maintain, and communicate data and information for effective operation of the program; Conduct outreach efforts for high visibility of the program to a variety of audiences; Assist with department internship and scholarship programs; Plan and/or support recruitment and retention events for student engagement; Advise students across all statewide program locations, including Gainesville, West Florida Research and Education Center (WFREC), Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC), and the Ft. Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC).
Agricultural Assistant II
Requisition # 539128 Posting Closes 5/21/2026
60860000 – AG-HASTINGS DEMONSTRATION UNIT
Location: St. Johns
Support HAEC Assistant Director, Farm Manager and Farm Supervisors with the application of fertilization and chemical applications related to Research and Extension programmatic efforts across HAEC subunit facilities. Performs chemical and fertilizer applications on assigned areas. The position may assist in leading a small crew of grounds staff in weed removal tasks and disease scouting across research trials. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Rely on previous experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Perform a variety of tasks. Work under general supervision. Exercise a certain degree of creativity and latitude. Practice and foster team spirit and positive, productive working relationships with colleagues at UF/IFAS HAEC.
Agricultural/Food Scientist II
Requisition # 539833 Posting Closes 5/25/2026
60770000 – AG-NFREC-QUINCY
Location: Gadsden
The University of Florida’s NFREC Plant Health Lab is seeking a highly motivated and organized Agricultural/Food Scientist II to manage, coordinate, and conduct disease-focused field and greenhouse research. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing research experiments and field demonstrations for the NFREC Plant Health Lab. This position will play a central role in ensuring the smooth coordination of field and laboratory efforts, contributing to impactful research outcomes that directly benefit Florida growers. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic, hands-on research team working at the intersection of plant pathology, agronomy, agricultural engineering, and field operations.
The NFREC Plant Health Lab under the leadership of Dr. Ian Small investigates the epidemiology and management of diseases of peanut, cotton, and other field crops—combining field and laboratory research to advance disease management strategies and improve crop productivity. The program utilizes advanced precision agriculture technologies and partners closely with industry and academic collaborators. This position will be physically located at 155 Research Road, Quincy, Florida.
Fort Lauderdale Maintenance Superintendent
Requisition # 539743 Posting Closes 5/27/2026
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING – OPERATIONS
Location: Broward
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – UF/IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to lead facility maintenance operations across the Southern Region. This role offers the opportunity to oversee daily maintenance activities, manage service contracts, and support facility planning and small-scale projects, all while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations across multiple sites.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and organizational skills to supervise maintenance staff, coordinate work orders and preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with UF/IFAS standards. This position also plays a key role in vendor management, regional site support, and maintaining operational excellence through proactive problem-solving and collaboration with stakeholders.
If you are a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys making a direct impact on facility performance and reliability, this is an excellent opportunity to grow within a respected organization. Travel to remote sites and occasional overnight stays may be required.
Groundskeeper I
Requisition # 539406 Posting Closes 5/25/2026
60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING – OPERATIONS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Groundskeeper – Join the IFAS Facilities Team!
Love working outdoors and making a visible impact? As a Groundskeeper with IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations, you’ll help maintain UF/IFAS properties through mowing, landscaping, tree pruning, tree removal, and operating equipment like mowers, lifts, and stump grinders. You’ll also travel to different IFAS sites using a state vehicle, keeping our grounds safe, clean, and beautiful.
On top of meaningful, hands-on work, you’ll enjoy UF’s exceptional benefits package, including health insurance, retirement options, paid leave, and tuition assistance.
If you’re looking for a stable role with great benefits and plenty of variety, this is the job for you.
Instructional Designer III
Requisition # 539770 Posting Closes 5/27/2026
60030000 – AG-DEAN FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) invites applications for an Instructional Designer III to join the CALS Faculty Instructional Resources and Support Team (FIRST), part of the CALS Dean’s Office. FIRST supports faculty and staff across CALS and the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) in the design and delivery of online courses and programs.
In this role, the Instructional Designer III works closely with faculty and staff partners, both individually and as part of a collaborative team, to create and maintain high-quality student-centered online and hybrid courses for degree and non-degree programs. The position provides strategic and operational leadership for the FIRST Instructional Design Team, which focuses primarily on supporting academic (for-credit) courses.
Maintenance Generalist III
Requisition # 539949 Posting Closes 6/3/2026
60770000 – AG-NFREC-QUINCY
Location: Jackson
We are seeking a Maintenance Generalist III. This position is located in Marianna, Florida at the University of Florida, North Florida Research and Education Center. The employee relies on experience and judgment to plan and conduct a preventive maintenance program for equipment (tractors, combines, etc.), vehicles, irrigation pivots, irrigation motors/wells, and other specialized research equipment. Develops maintenance procedures and trains staff to follow them/ supervise assigned staff and identifies training opportunities Coordinates with unit leaders and Farm Managers at Marianna to accomplish duties. Assists in other operations as needed and supervises one Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic I. Support farm duties such as tillage, planting, spraying harvesting, etc., as assigned.
MGR, Farm
Requisition # 539893 Posting Closes 6/3/2026
60030000 – AG-DEAN FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Field & Fork Farm and Gardens are production spaces at UF where individuals can take courses and participate in activities that focus on sustainable agriculture and food systems at multiple scales, including the home, community gardens, and small/urban farms. By linking with and provisioning the Alan and Cathy Hitchcock Pantry and other community food assistance programs, we have an opportunity to explore not just production, but also food system topics as wide-ranging as art, political science, food security, and economics.
The Farm and Gardens manager not only works to ensure a safe and productive farm but leads and collaborates on efforts to host experiential learning internships, classes, tours, and events. From art and history to engineering and agronomy, the space is designed to allow all academic disciplines to explore and experience food systems concepts and sustainable agriculture in practice.
Research Administrator I
Requisition # 539951 Posting Closes 6/3/2026
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 post-award administration, ensuring effective coordination of services, policies, and compliance. Key responsibilities include managing an assigned portfolio of faculty/PIs, providing award oversight, monitoring post-award activities, and maintaining stakeholder communication.
The Research Administrator I is an entry level position with limited or no prior experience in research administration; capacity to learn to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity; ability to work on assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. Work is closely supervised but the incumbent should have the ability to work independently without constant direction. Problems faced are not typically difficult or complex.
Research Administrator II
Requisition # 539946 Posting Closes 6/3/2026
60013807 – AG-Sponsored Project Admin
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The position of Research Administrator II 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 pre-award research administration, such as proposal development, submission and post-submission updates.
The Research Administrator II is a mid-level role that requires prior experience, the ability to work independently with general supervision, and the capacity to handle moderately complex tasks. Additionally, fostering a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment is essential.
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