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Classification Title:
Research Assistant Professor
Job Description:
The Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology, College of Medicine at the University of Florida, invites applications for a full-time non-tenure accruing position at the rank of Research Assistant Professor with experience in genetically engineered mice models that overexpress TYMS. In addition, knowledge of assays to test catalytic activity of TYMS is required.
The incumbent will work closely with staff in Maria Zajac-Kaye’s lab to implement new and ongoing cancer research. Responsibilities will include developing assays to test the effect of TYMS in vitro by using 3D cultures and designing in vivo studies for drug testing of TYMS inhibitors in genetically engineered, xenograft and syngeneic mouse models. Flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry will be a requirement. This position will be expected to demonstrate all aspects of scholarship such as proposal development and submission; implementing and executing existing and new grants; scientific dissemination including conference presentations, manuscript publications, supervising undergraduates in the laboratory and mentoring graduates in their PhD studies. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, proven ability for self-motivation, and the capacity to work in a team. Evidence of excellent organizational skills is preferred, as well as an ability to interpret and present scientific data.
Expected Salary:
Expected salary range for this position is $60,000-70,000 commensurate with experience.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. degree, 5 years of post-doctoral training, and junior faculty experience in cancer research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in tritium catalytic activity assay.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation.
Final candidate will be required to provide 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 by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
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Closing: Mar 20, 2024 |
Classification Title:
CLIN AST/ASO PROF
Job Description:
The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for one (1) full-time (12 month) clinical-track faculty position in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging at the Assistant/Associate Professor academic rank. The successful candidate will be part of one of the largest Diagnostic Imaging Services at an academic institution, joining 7 other faculty at a top 10 College of Veterinary Medicine.
For the clinical track position, the new faculty’s member primary duties (60 to 70%) will be in the daily clinical imaging section of the Diagnostic Imaging Services in the UF Veterinary Hospitals. Responsibilities will include didactic teaching and clinical training of professional students, graduate students and residents. The individual will participate in and support the teaching and service missions of Diagnostic Imaging in the Veterinary Medical Center. Teaching and clinical responsibilities will be shared with other faculty radiologists. Scholarly productivity is expected and can be accomplished through publication of clinical or educational research studies. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Equipment and caseload: Approximately 18,250 small animals/exotics and 1,000 large animals are imaged annually. The beautiful, 100,000 square foot Small Animal Veterinary Hospital is a must see. The Large Animal Hospital includes a dedicated Lameness and Imaging faculty and staff, with a new, state-of-the-art Lameness Arena. The service is completely digital, using Fuji Synapse® RIS for scheduling and reporting, and Merge PACSTM or eUnityTM for image storage and retrieval. The large and freshly remodeled reading room houses 7 diagnostic imaging workstations equipped with 2-4 high-definition diagnostic imaging monitors per station. In addition, 3 diagnostic imaging workstations are located in the Ultrasound suite and 2 diagnostic imaging workstations are located near MRI and the large animal radiographic quality control area for diagnostic review, reporting and consultation.
Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging equipment includes 4 digital radiographic suites, 3 of which have an overhead strut system for performing cross-table imaging, all equipped with Canon DR imaging plates, a radiographic suite in the Emergency Room, which also has an overhead strut system for performing cross-table imaging, and a Cannon DR imaging plate and a traditional, small animal radiographic suite in the Primary Care Service with a Sedecal DR imaging plate as well as a portable Sedecal DR unit with a Cannon DR imaging plate in the Small Animal OR.
The Ultrasound suite is expansive and newly remodeled, with 4 Ultrasound machines including two Samsung RS85 ultrasound units with Prestige, with strain and shear wave elastography, microvascular flow and CT fusion imaging, and a Samsung RS80A. These three Samsung machines have a total of 11 transducers that are shared between them. In addition, there is a portable Samsung HM70A with three transducers, that it’s used occasionally when performing ultrasounds at ER, ECC or other locations needed. Finally, there is another ultrasound machine used mostly for teaching and student practice which is a Phillips iU22 ultrasound unit with 4 transducers.
Large Animal Diagnostic Imaging equipment includes 2 digital radiographic suites with Canon DR imaging plates, one of which is wireless.
The hospital is fully equipped for advanced imaging with a Toshiba Titan® 1.5 T 16 channel MR unit equipped for both small and large animal examinations with an upcoming upgrade scheduled for summer 2023 to Canon Vantage Orian. In addition, there is a 160 slice Toshiba Prime® CT equipped for both small and large animal examinations with videofluroscopy; an MiE Scintron IV nuclear scintigraphy unit; and a must see, state-of-the-art catheterization laboratory equipped with a Toshiba Infinix-i® single plane digital C-arm. In fall 2023, there will be un upgrade in the catheterization laboratory room, as well as of the C-arm with a Philips® Azurion 7 Image-guided therapy system and a Philips® Proxi Diagnostic N90 fluoroscopy unit.
Current Faculty and Staff: Currently our team consists of an energetic and innovative group of 7 board-certified radiologists, 9 radiology residents and 13 veterinary and human technologists, 8 veterinary assistants, and two full time administrative assistant that supports the imaging services. Diagnostic Imaging is a team-oriented section that is excited about any further development of imaging in collaboration with the talents, experience and ideas of the new faculty member. Residents are provided teleradiology support for all after-hours radiographic interpretation with Idexx, and two residents, including one more experienced resident, are on call for after-hours ultrasound examinations and special procedures. There is always faculty back up during an emergency, if needed.
Collaborative opportunities: The University of Florida McKnight Brain Institute houses multiple high field strength MR (3T, 4.7T, 7.0T and 11T; http://www.mbi.ufl.edu) units where collaborative research programs can be developed. Other collaborative opportunities exist within the UF | Health Science Center (Colleges of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing and Applied Health Sciences), that is located two blocks from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
UF aspires to provide an exceptional academic environment that reflects the breadth of thought essential to preeminence and manifests through a community of students, faculty, and staff of diverse experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable culture and employing a diverse community. UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners. At the University of Florida, we know that the quality of our life and the quality of our work are interdependent -- and, as such, we place a high value on the health and wellbeing of our faculty and staff as well as their families.
Expected Salary:
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
None.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, applications for job number 526402 and a current curriculum vitae, letter of intent (include teaching and research interests) and names of three individuals willing to write in support of the applicant must be submitted online. The letters of recommendation should be from individuals that can speak to all aspects of a candidate’s abilities based on the above job description (teaching, clinical service and research potential). Contact information and questions can be directed to Dr. Federico Vilaplana Grosso at fvilaplanagrosso@ufl.edu.
Final candidates 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 by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.
The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If 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). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes.
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Closing: Apr 9, 2024 |
Classification Title:
Cty Ext Dir and Ext Agent II - IV
Job Description:
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences 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 visit Accessibility at UF .
The University of Florida (UF) is a Land Grant institution with core values of unique purpose, excellence, integrity, collaboration and partnership, lifelong learning, responsiveness, innovation, communication, and global reach. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff statewide. IFAS Extension employs 375 Extension Agents and has an office in each of Florida’s 67 counties.
We hire the best. Varied views and experience make us strong. We look for candidates with both academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, innovate in a rapidly changing world, and believe in inclusion. Working for Florida Extension will allow you to make a positive impact in your community as you help shape future generations, growing your career while earning a competitive salary and great benefits.
As a 4-H Extension Agent and County Extension Director (CED), you will work jointly for UF/IFAS Extension in the Northwest Extension District and Jefferson County in the Florida panhandle. We are looking for an individual that is a self-starting, energetic, and team-oriented leader. Your Extension programming will cover Volunteer and Youth development and leadership. The CED/4-H Extension role has focus areas of: 1) Volunteer development; 2) Youth development; and 3) Extension leadership.
As the CED/4-H Agent, you will lead, manage, supervise, coordinate, and report on the total Jefferson County Extension program (four County Extension Faculty including yourself). You will demonstrate excellent customer service, and you will respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner. Your office will be located at the Jefferson County Extension Office in Monticello.
What you will do:
Maintain, foster, and build effective working relationships with county government, community leaders, private sector clientele, media, other government agencies, the public, and UF/IFAS faculty, staff, and Extension administration.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate county faculty with programs in agriculture and natural resources, livestock, and family and consumer sciences, and county support staff.
Manage the business side of the Extension Office including financial and compliance policies and procedures.
Maintain a total of 79 acres of diverse property that includes open pasture, pecan groves, wetlands, wooded areas, horse arena, and office site.
Collaborate closely with the county administrator to secure essential resources and support for UF/IFAS Extension Jefferson County.
Seek and obtain financial resources from the community to support your Extension programs and UF/IFAS Extension Jefferson County.
Maintain a fleet of county vehicles.
Develop and follow a strategic plan focused on marketing Extension’s success.
Maintain an overall advisory committee that reflects county demographics and effectively advocates for Cooperative Extension within the community.
Plan, develop, teach, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive and varied volunteer and youth development educational program to meet the needs of the population in Jefferson County and the Northwest Extension District.
Use varied teaching methods to reach clientele including virtual and social media.
Use computer technology and social media for marketing, communication, teaching, and program management.
Use resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, and innovation to strengthen current educational programs and expand potential educational programs.
Determine program responsibilities locally through needs assessments.
Maintain an effective 4-H program advisory committee and 4-H association with appropriate community representation.
Write an annual plan of work and report of accomplishment.
Work in the role of an Educational first responder for county and university functions during natural disasters.
Adhere to all University of Florida and Jefferson County government policies and procedures and provide leadership for management of all program components.
Occasionally assume other responsibilities to benefit the total county Extension program as assigned by the District Extension Director and County Administrator.
Further information:
Faculty in the Jefferson County Extension Office with CED qualifications are eligible to apply.
Employment is contingent on the results of a national background screening.
Jefferson County is in the Florida panhandle reaching from the Gulf of Mexico to the Georgia state line. Jefferson County is home to several historic sites and neighbors Tallahassee, Florida’s capitol, and Thomasville, GA. Its population is 14,510.
Extension is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public. As such, all partners are involved in the supervision of the office and contribute to the salary and support resources. The primary goal of Extension is to disseminate the latest knowledge and applicable technologies in agriculture, human and natural resources, and the life sciences to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. The UF/IFAS mission is accomplished through Extension faculty members, scientists, educators, administrative staff, and volunteers working cohesively throughout Florida’s 67 counties.
Candidates will be reviewed as applications are received, but please be aware that interviews might not be scheduled until 4 to 6 weeks after the position closing date.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate with Education and Experience
Minimum Requirements:
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, volunteer and youth development, agricultural education, Extension and communication, or a closely related field.
At least 5 years of professional Extension experience or equivalent.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
A commitment to excellent customer service.
Ability to possess or be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license.
Flexibility with working hours, willingness to occasionally work long and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values of excellence, discovery & innovation, inclusion, freedom & civility, community, and stewardship.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous CED experience or equivalent.
Experience in volunteer and youth education.
Experience in office operations, budgeting, and grant management.
A strong commitment to education and leadership in county-level initiatives.
Technological literacy necessary for communication, marketing, and program management functions.
Outstanding people management skills (coach, mentor, motivator, etc.).
Leadership and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity working in political settings.
Experience creating a vision and getting buy-in from others.
Evidence of exceptional collaborations, partnerships, and marketing with varied audiences including minority groups, community leaders, agencies, media, and the public.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Apply at Careers at UF by 11:55 p.m. (Eastern) of the posting end date, and attach:
Cover letter that describes how your experience and qualifications have prepared you for this position
Résumé or Curriculum vitae
Unofficial copies of all transcripts (showing coursework) of your academic degrees
The following documents are also required and may either be submitted through the above link at the time of application, or sent separately to our office (below).
Current and Previous Employment Form
A minimum of 3 reference rating forms from your professional/academic references. Applicants are responsible for sending the rating form link to their references.
Reference forms will be kept on file for 1 year and will be automatically used with any of our extension agent positions you apply for during that time.
Reference rating forms and unofficial transcripts not submitted at the time of application should be submitted/postmarked by the next business day after the position’s closing date. They may be submitted to:UF IFAS Human ResourcesFaculty Recruitment and HiringP O Box 110281Gainesville, FL 32611-0281
ifasrecruitment@ifas.ufl.edu
Fax: (352) 392-3226
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 by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
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 Opportunity Institution. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.
Health Assessment Required:
No
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Closing: Mar 26, 2024 |
Classification Title:
AST/ASO PROF
Job Description:
The University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences invites applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, tenure-track or clinical-track position in Orthopedic Surgery (Small Animal) at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position provides opportunities to participate in clinical and bench-top research, as well as teaching and clinical service.
Teaching responsibilities will include didactic and clinical training of professional students, graduate students, residents, and participation in service activities of the Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery Service in the UF Small Animal Hospital. Participation in the clinical service in the UF Veterinary Hospital includes receiving and management of orthopedic cases, consultations with within the hospital and with practicing veterinarians, participating in the growth of this service and continuing education.
The University of Florida seeks to advance scholarship and discovery in clinical and translational research; candidates will be expected to demonstrate the potential to contribute to research in this area. Our research facilities include 3D printing, canine gait, surgical training, and biomechanics laboratories. There are collaborative opportunities with laboratories and faculty members on the UF campus including Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and the College of Medicine. The working environment is supportive and cordial with established mentorship for new faculty. Professional growth in this position in encouraged and expected, through support for continuing education and mentorship from experienced faculty members. Opportunities are available for completion of an ACVS approved Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery or Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery.
The small animal hospital is a state-of-the-art facility with 12 operating theaters and offers a full complement of equipment and procedures such as CT, MRI, arthroscopy, mini-, large-, and ceiling-mounted C-arms, total hip replacement, numerous plate fixation systems, interlocking nail fixation, and circular external skeletal fixation.
Gainesville is located in north central Florida, but a short drive from the major cultural centers in north and central Florida (Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa). It is a dynamic and versatile university community with excellent school and health care systems and a multitude of nearby recreational opportunities. There are many opportunities for outdoor recreation including close proximity to beautiful beaches, Gulf Coast fishing towns, crystal clear warm water springs and unique wildlife.
Expected Salary:
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, applications for job number 527494 and a current curriculum vitae, letter of application, & contact information for three individuals willing to write in support of their application should be submitted online and sent electronically to Dr. Stanley Kim, Search Committee Chair, (email: stankim@ufl.edu). Inquiries regarding the position should be directed towards Dr. Stanley Kim, Search Committee Chair, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, PO Box 100126, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610-0126; phone 352-294-4448, however, applications must be submitted online. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received. The starting date, while negotiable, is expected to be July 2024.
The final candidate will be required to provide 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 by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. 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). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
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Closing: Mar 28, 2024 |