OPS Sustainable Field Lab Assistant

University Of Florida; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida in Florida is seeking an OPS Sustainable Field Lab Assistant to support the UF/IFAS TREC Sustainable Field Lab. The role focuses on sustainable vegetable and herb production, greenhouse operations, crop selection, and field-based extension activities.

You will perform seedling and transplant production, greenhouse maintenance, planting, irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest management, and field maintenance, with opportunities to organize field days and contribute to

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors under South Florida environmental conditions, including heat and humidity.
• Ability to perform physical activities associated with field and greenhouse operations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to perform pesticide applications as needed; certification may be provided after hiring.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support management and operation of UF/IFAS TREC Sustainable Field Lab.
• Assist seedling and transplant production, greenhouse maintenance, planting, irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest management, harvesting, and general field maintenance.
• Assist with selection and evaluation of vegetables, herbs, crops, and sustainable production systems including high tunnels and hydroponics.
• Organize field days and outreach activities; collect field and plant samples; record and enter data; assist with research and extension projects.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical activity

Communication

Pesticide applications

Driver's license

Job description

Job no: 541560
Work type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Dade
Categories: Agricultural Sciences
Department: 60790000 - AG-TREC-HOMESTEAD

OPS Time Limited

• Ability to work outdoors under South Florida environmental conditions, including heat and humidity.
• Ability to perform physical activities associated with field and greenhouse operations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to perform pesticide applications as needed; pesticide applicator certification may be provided after hiring.
• Valid driver’s license.

Job Description

The OPS Sustainable Field Lab Assistant will support the management and operation of the UF/IFAS TREC Sustainable Field Lab, with an emphasis on sustainable vegetable and herb production, greenhouse operations, crop and cultivar selection, and field-based extension and research activities. Responsibilities will include seedling and transplant production, greenhouse maintenance, planting, irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest management, harvesting, and general field maintenance. The position will also assist with the selection and evaluation of vegetables, herbs, specialty and underutilized crops, as well as sustainable production systems including high tunnels and hydroponics. Additional responsibilities may include organizing field days and outreach activities, establishing and maintaining experiments, collecting field and plant samples, recording and entering data, and assisting with research and extension projects.

$15.00-$18.00 an hour commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors under South Florida environmental conditions, including heat and humidity.
• Ability to perform physical activities associated with field and greenhouse operations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to perform pesticide applications as needed; pesticide applicator certification may be provided after hiring.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Experience in vegetable and herb production, greenhouse management, or field research.
• Knowledge of sustainable agricultural practices and crop production systems.
• Experience with data collection, Excel, and basic computer applications.
• Experience with high tunnel, hydroponic, or other protected-culture systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

This is a time-limited position.

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

Health Assessment Required

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 01 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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