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Inside Higher Ed Job No: 536659 Work Type: Full Time Location: Santa Rosa Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Grant or Research Administration, Agriculture Operations Department: 60820000 - AG-WFREC-JAY Job Description
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Laboratory Technician III Classification Minimum Requirements
Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience or a high school diploma and six years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Responsibilities
WFREC Service: Incumbent practices and fosters team spirit and positive, productive relations with colleagues at the WFREC. Establish experiments, implement protocols, collect, record, and summarize research data, and maintain records: Responsible for coordination, implementation, and execution of a variety of research experiments of activities for the establishment of field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments at the WFREC and off‑site. Works independently and cooperatively with the principal investigator to achieve research objectives. Planning and execution of studies, including land preparation, study initiation, plot maintenance. Implementation of treatments, laboratory assays, data collection and entry, statistical analysis, supervision of temporary workers and graduate students. Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings and prepare results for publication. Serve as liaison between landowners, industry, cooperators, and UF/IFAS PIs and maintain client‑collaborator relations across multiple research locations. Train others in laboratory methods and procedures within and outside of WFREC. Travel and ability to drive a state vehicle required to implement research objectives at the regional level. Design and supervise the construction of research equipment. Operate and maintain equipment needed to perform the experiments. Oversee inventory and purchase necessary supplies, instruments, and items under PI approval. Help troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and facilities. Comply with the Chemical and Pesticide Safety Program, including safety audits, storage, use, disposal of chemicals and pesticides, and train personnel. Perform other tasks as necessary under the direction of the PI. Expected Salary: $19.16/hr - $23.00/hr commensurate with education and experience Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience or a high school diploma and six years of related experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Driver's license or ability to acquire one within 30 days from start. Florida Restricted (Public) Pesticide License or ability to acquire one within 90 days from start. Preferred Qualifications
BS degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related disciplines. Organizational skills, a can‑do attitude, hands‑on, and common‑sense approach to quickly solve problems related to work. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience performing research. Experience operating ARM software. Special Instructions To Applicants
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (CT) of the posting end date. This is a time‑limited position. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. Health Assessment Required: Yes Applications Close: 23 January 2026 To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536659 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 of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. 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) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Laboratory Technician III
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Inside Higher Ed Job No: 536659 Work Type: Full Time Location: Santa Rosa Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Grant or Research Administration, Agriculture Operations Department: 60820000 - AG-WFREC-JAY Job Description
Classification Title
Laboratory Technician III Classification Minimum Requirements
Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience or a high school diploma and six years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Responsibilities
WFREC Service: Incumbent practices and fosters team spirit and positive, productive relations with colleagues at the WFREC. Establish experiments, implement protocols, collect, record, and summarize research data, and maintain records: Responsible for coordination, implementation, and execution of a variety of research experiments of activities for the establishment of field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments at the WFREC and off‑site. Works independently and cooperatively with the principal investigator to achieve research objectives. Planning and execution of studies, including land preparation, study initiation, plot maintenance. Implementation of treatments, laboratory assays, data collection and entry, statistical analysis, supervision of temporary workers and graduate students. Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings and prepare results for publication. Serve as liaison between landowners, industry, cooperators, and UF/IFAS PIs and maintain client‑collaborator relations across multiple research locations. Train others in laboratory methods and procedures within and outside of WFREC. Travel and ability to drive a state vehicle required to implement research objectives at the regional level. Design and supervise the construction of research equipment. Operate and maintain equipment needed to perform the experiments. Oversee inventory and purchase necessary supplies, instruments, and items under PI approval. Help troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and facilities. Comply with the Chemical and Pesticide Safety Program, including safety audits, storage, use, disposal of chemicals and pesticides, and train personnel. Perform other tasks as necessary under the direction of the PI. Expected Salary: $19.16/hr - $23.00/hr commensurate with education and experience Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience or a high school diploma and six years of related experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Driver's license or ability to acquire one within 30 days from start. Florida Restricted (Public) Pesticide License or ability to acquire one within 90 days from start. Preferred Qualifications
BS degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related disciplines. Organizational skills, a can‑do attitude, hands‑on, and common‑sense approach to quickly solve problems related to work. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience performing research. Experience operating ARM software. Special Instructions To Applicants
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (CT) of the posting end date. This is a time‑limited position. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. Health Assessment Required: Yes Applications Close: 23 January 2026 To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536659 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 of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. 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) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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