Extension Agronomy: Research & Outreach Leader

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor – Extension Agronomy in the NFREC Quincy area. This 12-month tenure‑accruing position will be 40% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and 60% Extension (Florida Cooperative Extension Service), with duties across peanut, cotton, corn, and soybean programs.

The successful candidate will develop an integrated research and extension program, seek external funding, and collaborate with UF/IFAS faculty statewide, including

Qualifications

• A doctorate in Agronomy, Crop Science or related field is required.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal relations, and ability to procure extramural funding.
• Commitment to UF core values and Land-Grant mission.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Funding procurement

Education

Doctorate in Agronomy

Job description

The University of Florida seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor – Extension Agronomy in the NFREC Quincy area. This 12-month tenure‑accruing position will be 40% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and 60% Extension (Florida Cooperative Extension Service), with duties across peanut, cotton, corn, and soybean programs.

The successful candidate will develop an integrated research and extension program, seek external funding, and collaborate with UF/IFAS faculty statewide, including