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535776 Work Type:
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Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences Department:
60870000 - AG-MREC-APOPKA Classification
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Ast Prof Responsibilities
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position with 30% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 70% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Tenure will accrue in the Department of Horticultural Sciences. The faculty member will seek contract and grant funding to support their program and will engage in Extension activities in their program area. The assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Expected Duties
This position aims to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research and teaching program in urban horticulture that will advance urban horticulture systems by collaborating with faculty, graduate students, government agencies, industry representatives, botanical gardens, and non-profit organizations in Florida. These systems aim to enhance food security and respond to environmental and socioeconomic challenges. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and collaboration to strengthen horticultural food production systems that are scaled appropriately and improve quality of life in urban environments and communities. The candidate is expected to develop sustainable production practices with a focus on productivity, profitability, and stewardship of natural resources. Programmatic goals may include: 1) identifying and evaluating crops and cultivars suited to urban environments; 2) evaluating production system diversification and sustainable intensification; 3) investigating water reuse and conservation in urban operations; 4) developing practices to enhance the nutritional value of food as medicine in urban systems; 5) evaluating environmental and growth impacts of fertilizers, compost, and other organic techniques on specialty crops in Florida; 6) identifying best management practices for urban farms to improve efficiency, economic opportunity, and resilience. The candidate will also develop a teaching program to enhance urban food production and urban horticultural practices, develop courses in urban agriculture production and horticultural cropping systems, and support teaching needs of the unit with laboratory courses as needed by MREC undergraduate and graduate students. The candidate will engage in scholarly activities related to instruction, including teaching courses, advising students, curriculum development, seeking teaching program funding, supervising student research, publishing teaching-related scholarship, and engaging in professional development. Faculty are encouraged to support CALS Honors Program, distance education, and international education. All faculty are expected to contribute to Research, Teaching, and Extension per the land-grant mission, regardless of the specified assignment split. Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in horticulture or plant science, agronomy or soil science, sustainable agriculture, agroecology or a closely related discipline is required. Broad understanding and experience in ecologically based urban horticulture is required, along with potential for excellence in teaching. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and extramural funding. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system andUF core values. Preferred:
Preference will be given to candidates familiar with the economic, environmental, and social sustainability drivers of urban, space-intensive production systems and their contributions to well-being and resilience. Experience bridging horticultural food production with other sciences to strengthen urban food systems is valued. Experience with technology, agricultural engineering, or development of decision support tools is highly desirable. Special Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, apply and submit materials by June 16, 2025. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined. Employment Conditions
This position is available August 1, 2025, and will be filled as soon as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. Nominations
Nominations are welcome. Include the complete name and address of the nominee. Materials should be sent to: Dr. Chris Marble, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, University of Florida, 2725 Binion Road, Apopka, FL 32703. Telephone: (407) 410-6960. Email: marblesc@ufl.edu. Requisition # 535776. Application Information
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit: Cover letter stating interest and qualifications Curriculum vitae Contact information for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation Unofficial transcripts Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. International degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential service. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF. Health Assessment Required:
No Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/535776 Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University is subject to Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. jeid-3e8f058f09a9654190b8d9f757bfacce
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Join to apply for the
Assistant Professor of Urban Horticulture
role at
Inside Higher Ed . Position
Job No:
535776 Work Type:
Full Time Location:
Orange Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences Department:
60870000 - AG-MREC-APOPKA Classification
Classification Title:
Ast Prof Responsibilities
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position with 30% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 70% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Tenure will accrue in the Department of Horticultural Sciences. The faculty member will seek contract and grant funding to support their program and will engage in Extension activities in their program area. The assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Expected Duties
This position aims to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research and teaching program in urban horticulture that will advance urban horticulture systems by collaborating with faculty, graduate students, government agencies, industry representatives, botanical gardens, and non-profit organizations in Florida. These systems aim to enhance food security and respond to environmental and socioeconomic challenges. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and collaboration to strengthen horticultural food production systems that are scaled appropriately and improve quality of life in urban environments and communities. The candidate is expected to develop sustainable production practices with a focus on productivity, profitability, and stewardship of natural resources. Programmatic goals may include: 1) identifying and evaluating crops and cultivars suited to urban environments; 2) evaluating production system diversification and sustainable intensification; 3) investigating water reuse and conservation in urban operations; 4) developing practices to enhance the nutritional value of food as medicine in urban systems; 5) evaluating environmental and growth impacts of fertilizers, compost, and other organic techniques on specialty crops in Florida; 6) identifying best management practices for urban farms to improve efficiency, economic opportunity, and resilience. The candidate will also develop a teaching program to enhance urban food production and urban horticultural practices, develop courses in urban agriculture production and horticultural cropping systems, and support teaching needs of the unit with laboratory courses as needed by MREC undergraduate and graduate students. The candidate will engage in scholarly activities related to instruction, including teaching courses, advising students, curriculum development, seeking teaching program funding, supervising student research, publishing teaching-related scholarship, and engaging in professional development. Faculty are encouraged to support CALS Honors Program, distance education, and international education. All faculty are expected to contribute to Research, Teaching, and Extension per the land-grant mission, regardless of the specified assignment split. Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in horticulture or plant science, agronomy or soil science, sustainable agriculture, agroecology or a closely related discipline is required. Broad understanding and experience in ecologically based urban horticulture is required, along with potential for excellence in teaching. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and extramural funding. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system andUF core values. Preferred:
Preference will be given to candidates familiar with the economic, environmental, and social sustainability drivers of urban, space-intensive production systems and their contributions to well-being and resilience. Experience bridging horticultural food production with other sciences to strengthen urban food systems is valued. Experience with technology, agricultural engineering, or development of decision support tools is highly desirable. Special Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, apply and submit materials by June 16, 2025. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined. Employment Conditions
This position is available August 1, 2025, and will be filled as soon as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. Nominations
Nominations are welcome. Include the complete name and address of the nominee. Materials should be sent to: Dr. Chris Marble, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, University of Florida, 2725 Binion Road, Apopka, FL 32703. Telephone: (407) 410-6960. Email: marblesc@ufl.edu. Requisition # 535776. Application Information
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit: Cover letter stating interest and qualifications Curriculum vitae Contact information for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation Unofficial transcripts Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. International degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential service. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF. Health Assessment Required:
No Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/535776 Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University is subject to Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. jeid-3e8f058f09a9654190b8d9f757bfacce
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