International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS)
Assistant/Associate Professor of Tropical Fruit Crops
International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS), Homestead, Florida, United States, 33032
Assistant/Associate Professor of Tropical Fruit Crops
Position #00012895, Requisition #538180
Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Tropical Fruit Crops
Location:
Tropical Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), Homestead, Florida
Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Review Date: For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit materials by March 15, 2026. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead a state‑wide extension program to increase knowledge and skills of extension agents and industry representatives in tropical and subtropical fruit production.
Develop an educational program in production of tropical fruit crops grown commercially in the state, including publications, multi‑media news releases, workshops, field days, and meetings.
Consult with commercial growers and nurserymen in tropical and subtropical fruit production and collaborate with county extension personnel.
Participate in an applied research program relevant to industry problems, including the IR‑4 Minor Use Pesticide Registration Program.
Advise the research center's field manager on maintenance and care of the center's subtropical and tropical fruit orchards and germplasm collection.
Teach a ½ term Summer‑term course in tropical fruit production for graduate and advanced undergraduate students and qualified industry participants.
Participate actively in undergraduate and graduate education by chairing and serving on graduate committees, supervising theses and dissertations, and publishing research results with students.
Qualifications
Required: Doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Horticultural Science or a closely related discipline.
Familiarity with basic horticultural practices, whole‑plant physiology, and molecular and traditional plant breeding techniques.
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding.
Supportive of the Land‑Grant system mission and a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred: Postdoctoral experience and knowledge of subtropical and tropical fruit crop botany and production.
Background Information The Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC) of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is located in Homestead, Florida. The Center focuses on tropical and subtropical fruit crops, tropical and temperate vegetable crops, ornamental crops, and natural resources of southern Florida. Additional information about TREC, the Horticultural Sciences Department, and the University of Florida can be found at the University of Florida website.
Employment Conditions This position is available August 2026 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with the education, experience, and qualifications of the selected applicant.
Application Information: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538180
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Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Tropical Fruit Crops
Location:
Tropical Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), Homestead, Florida
Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Review Date: For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit materials by March 15, 2026. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead a state‑wide extension program to increase knowledge and skills of extension agents and industry representatives in tropical and subtropical fruit production.
Develop an educational program in production of tropical fruit crops grown commercially in the state, including publications, multi‑media news releases, workshops, field days, and meetings.
Consult with commercial growers and nurserymen in tropical and subtropical fruit production and collaborate with county extension personnel.
Participate in an applied research program relevant to industry problems, including the IR‑4 Minor Use Pesticide Registration Program.
Advise the research center's field manager on maintenance and care of the center's subtropical and tropical fruit orchards and germplasm collection.
Teach a ½ term Summer‑term course in tropical fruit production for graduate and advanced undergraduate students and qualified industry participants.
Participate actively in undergraduate and graduate education by chairing and serving on graduate committees, supervising theses and dissertations, and publishing research results with students.
Qualifications
Required: Doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Horticultural Science or a closely related discipline.
Familiarity with basic horticultural practices, whole‑plant physiology, and molecular and traditional plant breeding techniques.
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding.
Supportive of the Land‑Grant system mission and a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred: Postdoctoral experience and knowledge of subtropical and tropical fruit crop botany and production.
Background Information The Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC) of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is located in Homestead, Florida. The Center focuses on tropical and subtropical fruit crops, tropical and temperate vegetable crops, ornamental crops, and natural resources of southern Florida. Additional information about TREC, the Horticultural Sciences Department, and the University of Florida can be found at the University of Florida website.
Employment Conditions This position is available August 2026 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with the education, experience, and qualifications of the selected applicant.
Application Information: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538180
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