Type of position | Full-time postdoctoral research associate (non-tenure track). |
Employer | University of Florida |
Location | Apopka, FL |
Description of Location | MREC is located in the Orlando metropolitan area, northwest Orange county and 15 miles from a diverse, multi-cultural downtown and right next to Lake Apopka, one of Florida’s largest and encompassing the world famous North Shore wildlife refuge. Housing is affordable and widely available. |
Salary | Commensurate with experience |
Benefits | Benefits include health and dental, and 130.5 hours of annual leave. |
Closing date of competition | June 1, 2021 or until a suitable candidate is hired |
Date position available | Immediately |
Description of duties |
We are seeking applications to fill a postdoctoral research associate position with UF/IFAS located off campus at the Mid Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) near Orlando, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to pursue applied and basic research relating to weed biology and management in ornamental crops. This position will be an initial 18 month appointment with a possible extension, working with MREC faculty coordinating and conducting research on:
Specific operational tasks for the position will involve but are not limited to:
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Qualifications sought |
A Ph.D. degree in weed science, horticulture, plant biology, crop science, agronomy, forestry, or a related discipline of plant science with a focus on horticultural/plant production is required. A strong record of course work and independent research in subjects such as weed science, container production, pest management, controlled environments, and crop and soil management is desirable. Abilities and skills in statistical analyses, data management and visualization, and scientific writing is desirable. |
Contact for additional information | Dr. Chris Marble (marblesc@ufl.edu). |
Application procedure | |
Submit what | To apply for this position, please submit your application at https://home.interfolio.com/16014. Applicants must submit: 1) a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and describing your relevant skill set; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; and 3) three letters of recommendation. Questions regarding the position should be emailed to Dr. Chris Marble (marblesc@ufl.edu).
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). |
Submit to | Applications should be submitted through the online application system at https://home.interfolio.com/16014. |
Additional Information | If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is committed to creating an environment that affirms diversity across a variety of dimensions, including ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a diversity of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities. |
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