UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for April 17, 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.
| Academic Advisor II
Requisition # 535491 Posting Closes 4/23/2025 60070000 – AG-AGRICUL / BIOLOGICAL ENG Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) This position is responsible for student advising and coordination of graduate and undergraduate academic programs/ communication for the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering students pursuing degrees in Agricultural and Biological Engineering (BE). Responsible for student advising and management of graduate and undergraduate academic programs/communication for College of Agricultural and Life Science students pursuing degrees in Agricultural Operations Management (AOM)and Applied Science (graduate only). Responsible for all activities, paperwork and data entry for review and admission of prospective graduate students. Requires proficiency in all UF student records and software systems (e.g. Campus Solutions, GIMS, AdAstra, SLATE, DocuSign, Canvas, and Enterprise Analytics). Assist the department chair, faculty, and graduate students on committees, special studies, projects, reporting and meetings. Serve as representative on both undergraduate and graduate advising councils in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering. Assists in the coordination of student group visits, department tours, and special events. Responsible for working with Faculty advisors in clarifying policies and procedures to effectively administer and maintain communications for each academic program. Identify ways to increase efficiency and accuracy in all duties. Work closely with the undergraduate coordinators of the AOM and BE programs for administering functions specific to the degree program they represent in consultation with the department chair, committees within the department, the members of the department, and all other pertinent entities of the University.
Requisition # 535279 Posting Closes 4/28/2025 60460000 – AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) The Accountant II position provides professional level of support for the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (SFFGS). The SFFGS is home to over 250 employees and is a complex financial unit consisting of state appropriated funds, foundation funds, auxiliary enterprise-teaching and technology funds, incidental funds, I FAS-educational business activities, waiver authority institutional, auxiliary-material and supply fees, auxiliary-equipment use fee funds, sponsored project funds, returned overhead funds, residual funds, UFRF allocations, IFAS capacity funds, and financial aid restricted-federal, state, private funds. This position will be responsible for Tier 1 reconciliation. Investigate and analyze accounting and fiscal errors. Collaborate with appropriate SFFGS staff to resolve fiscal issues. Collaborate with Assistant Director, Administrative Services and fiscal and research team leaders to develop standardized operating procedures for SFFGS fiscal processes. This position will be responsible for managing PowerBi for budgeting, commitments, and communication of balances and expenses.
Administrative Assistant I- St John’s County Requisition # 535457 Posting Closes 4/29/2025 60352055 – AG-ST JOHNS Location: St. Johns We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Admin Assistant to provide administrative support to the Office Manager and Extension Office staff. This position provides general administrative and/or clerical support for the Extension Services Department operations. Key responsibilities include greeting visitors, assisting with office operations, maintaining the County Extension calendar and website, and performing various administrative tasks to ensure a smooth and productive workflow. This position serves as an assistant to the Office Manager.
Requisition # 535476 Posting Closes 4/24/2025 60380000 – AG-GLOBAL FOOD SYSTEMS Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Do you have experience with managing calendars, making travel arrangements, or purchasing? Are you looking for a role with great benefits, flexible work schedules, and hybrid options? Then apply for our administrative assistant III position! We bring together experts in agriculture, global health, economics, and social sciences, to build safer, more nutritious food supplies around the world. Join the Global Food Systems Institute and help us fight against food insecurity. Apply today!
Requisition # 532828 Posting Closes 4/28/2025 60736000 – AG-CREC-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Polk Incumbent will participate in general day-to-day caretaking needs of the Center’s grove acreage.
Requisition # 535471 Posting Closes 4/21/2025 60770000 – AG-NFREC-QUINCY Location: Jackson The individual will be responsible for assisting with research efforts in the beef programs and will be responsible for the feeding and maintenance of the cattle housed in the Feed Efficiency Facility and the Beef Unit.
Requisition # 535513 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60740000 – AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Location: Palm Beach This Biological Scientist position is assigned to the University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade, FL. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments related to sugarcane, rice, and commercial sod diseases. Specific duties include implementing experiments (laboratory, greenhouse, and field) and collecting and analyzing related data. Responsibilities of this position also include collaborating with grad students, scholars, and postdocs on research activities, coordinating field activities with the field crew and industry partners, upkeeping the laboratory, and ordering and purchasing supplies for research and extension projects.
Requisition # 535407 Posting Closes 4/18/2025 60733000 – AG-CREC-HORTICULTURE Location: Polk This position will support the tree ecophysiology lab in efforts to measure tree growth and environmental responses. Our lab studies growth and physiology of trees, focusing on citrus, in response to environmental dynamics. The selected candidate will be responsible for gathering, organizing, and presenting data on root growth, canopy growth, and physiological responses using a variety of methods. Methods include canopy measurements using direct and remote sensing methods and root zone measurements using mini-rhizotron and other root scanning techniques. Other duties include plant care, treatment application, and assisting others in various related studies.
Requisition # 535546 Posting Closes 4/20/2025 60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS Location: St. Johns Custodial Worker II – Hastings Agricultural Extension Center (HAEC) Part-time – 13 hours a week. Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and take pride in keeping spaces clean and welcoming? We’re looking for a Custodial Worker II to help maintain the beauty and functionality of our facilities! From sparkling floors and tidy restrooms to well-kept walkways, you’ll play a key role in creating a clean and safe environment for everyone at HAEC. If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a supportive, hands-on setting—this opportunity is for you!
Land Management Specialist/Conservation Sci/Forester II Requisition # 535243 Posting Closes 4/20/2025 60960000 – AG-ORDWAY SWISHER BIO STA Location: Putnam The Land Management Specialist is expected to perform conservation and operational duties at the Ordway-Swisher Biological Station (OSBS) in Melrose, FL, a research and education unit of the University of Florida. This position will participate in conservation projects related to prescribed burning, exotic-invasive species control, habitat restoration, groundcover harvesting, geospatial mapping, and basic operational duties such as road, equipment, fence maintenance and security patrolling. This position participates in day-to-day field supervision of Student Conservation Association (SCA) interns and volunteers interested in participating in conservation and management. They should expect to work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. This position will serve as a staff member of OSBS and is expected to both work in a team environment and to be capable of carrying out instructions and projects with minimal supervision.
Requisition # 535543 Posting Closes 5/2/2025 60310000 – AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS Location: Hillsborough Join our dynamic team at IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations as a Maintenance Generalist II! In this role, you’ll play a vital part in keeping UF/IFAS buildings in top shape by performing inspections, maintenance, and preventative care across a wide range of systems—everything from carpentry and HVAC to plumbing, electrical, and exterior upkeep. Enjoy hands-on work that makes a difference every day while driving a state vehicle to various work sites. If you’re ready to showcase your skills and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment, we want to hear from you!
Nutrition Educator – EFNEP Miami-Dade County Requisition # 535421 Posting Closes 4/28/2025 60450000 – AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Dade The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is a United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) funded program designed to improve the nutrition security of adults and youth from households with low income. Nutrition educators with this grant in Miami-Dade County will deliver a series of nutrition education lessons to groups of program participants; travel to teaching sites within Miami-Dade County required; administer paperwork for program evaluation; and engage in on-the-job training and development.
Nutrition Educator – Hardee/DeSoto (Hybrid) Requisition # 533913 Posting Closes 4/22/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Hardee The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking an enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Hardee and DeSoto County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator – Hillsborough County Requisition # 535496 Posting Closes 5/2/2025 60450000 – AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Hillsborough The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is a United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) funded program designed to improve the nutrition security of adults and youth from households with low income. Nutrition educators with this grant in Hillsborough County will deliver a series of nutrition education lessons to groups of program participants; travel to teaching sites within Hillsborough County required; administer paperwork for program evaluation; and engage in on-the-job training and development.
Nutrition Educator – Hillsborough County Requisition # 535499 Posting Closes 5/2/2025 60450000 – AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Hillsborough The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is a United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) funded program designed to improve the nutrition security of adults and youth from households with low income. Nutrition educators with this grant in Hillsborough County will deliver a series of nutrition education lessons to groups of program participants; travel to teaching sites within Hillsborough County required; administer paperwork for program evaluation; and engage in on-the-job training and development.
Nutrition Educator – Pinellas (Hybrid) Requisition # 535533 Posting Closes 5/4/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Pinellas The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Pinellas County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator (Hybrid) – Alachua/Union Requisition # 533912 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Alachua The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Alachua County, and in Union County. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator (Hybrid) – Collier County Requisition # 535431 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Collier The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Collier County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator (Hybrid) – Columbia County Requisition # 535432 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Columbia The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Columbia County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator (Hybrid) – Lee County (Fort Myers) Requisition # 535430 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Lee The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Lee County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Nutrition Educator (Hybrid) – Putnam Requisition # 535429 Posting Closes 4/27/2025 60451000 – AG-FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Location: Putnam The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program is seeking enthusiastic SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition and health education to youth in Putnam County communities. Our Educators receive on-the-job training and development. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!
Requisition # 534618 Posting Closes 4/20/2025 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 # 533171 Posting Closes 4/20/2025 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 the full lifecycle of pre- and post-award research administration, such as proposal development, award management, and stakeholder communication. 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.
Requisition # 533249 Posting Closes 4/20/2025 60013807 – AG-Sponsored Project Admin Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) This senior level position focuses on providing research program support, and pre-award management on behalf of the IFAS Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) office. As the Pre-Award Research Administration Manager, you will be the driving force behind the accurate and efficient submission of proposals and post submission updates by providing oversight, mentoring, planning, and operational management for pre-award activities for all federal and non-federal grants, contracts, internal research projects and related sponsored programs activities in SPA. This position will support the SPA RAs by encouraging effective and integrated connections, workflows, activities, and communications between the SPA team and stakeholders; engaging and advocating in professional development activities and training related to position responsibilities and advancement of the team; and managing process improvement efforts for research administration in collaboration with SPA Leadership. Every member of our community is expected to foster a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. The University of Florida recognizes the value of telecommuting in fostering a flexible work environment; therefore, some consideration may be given to remote or hybrid work.
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