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Postdoctoral Associate

Work type: Post Doc Associate

Categories: Biology/Life Science, Social/Behavioral Science, Agricultural Sciences

Department: 60320000 - AG-FAM YOUTH / COMM SCI

Classification Title:

Postdoc Aso

Classification Minimum Requirements:

The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Job Description:

TheInstitute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (http://ifas.ufl.edu) is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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 visitAccessibility at UF (https://hr.ufl.edu/manager-resources/recruitment-staffing/institutional-equity-diversity/ada-and-accessibility-services-for-uf-employees-and-job-applicants/) .

The Rural HEALTH Research Lab in the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate (RA). The RA is responsible for designing, managing, and conducting scientific research on overweight/obesity and other chronic cardiometabolic conditions. Rural HEALTH lab is an interdisciplinary and dynamic group of students and staff researching multilevel factors influencing individual and population health outcomes, particularly among rural adults. The RA will be expected to work collaboratively with the research team to collect and analyze data, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate at state and national level meetings. Also, RA duties will involve supervision and training of volunteers, graduate students, undergraduates, and student workers, and other related duties as required.

Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who will be involved in full-time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career.

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

TheUniversity of Florida (http://www.ufl.edu/) is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 56,000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. TheInstitute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (http://ifas.ufl.edu) includes theCollege of Agricultural and Life Sciences (http://cals.ufl.edu/) , theFlorida Agricultural Experiment Station (http://research.ifas.ufl.edu/) , theFlorida Cooperative Extension Service (https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/) , theCollege of Veterinary Medicine (http://www.vetmed.ufl.edu/) , theFlorida Sea Grant (http://www.flseagrant.org/) program, and encompasses 16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67 counties (counties operate and maintain). The School of Natural Resources and Environment is an interdisciplinary unit housed in IFAS and managed by several colleges on campus. UF/IFAS employs nearly 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s largest agricultural and natural resources research and education organizations, is administered by a Vice President and four deans: the Dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Dean for Extension and Director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the Dean for Research and Director of the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Dean for the College of Veterinary Medicine. UF/IFAS also engages in cooperative work with Florida A&M University in Tallahassee.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) in sociology, public health, health education and behavior, psychology, or a closely related field. Candidates that will complete all Ph.D. requirements by June 15, 2025 are also welcome to apply. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment toUF core values (https://www.ufl.edu/about/core-values/) .

Preferred:

Applicants should have good communication, problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. A behavioral scientist with community-engaged research experience and project management experience is preferred. Experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis is a plus. Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a strong command of grammar and style is also preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

+ Individuals wishing to apply should go online toCareers at UF (https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/535899) and submit:

+ Cover letter describing prior research experience, current interests, and career goals.

+ Curriculum vitae

+ Contact information, including email addresses, for three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation.

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 byNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) (http://www.naces.org/) .

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 Employment Opportunity Employer. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

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 visitAccessibility at UF (https://hr.ufl.edu/manager-resources/recruitment-staffing/institutional-equity-diversity/ada-and-accessibility-services-for-uf-employees-and-job-applicants/) .

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 20 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 03 Jun 2025 Eastern Daylight Time