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  • University of Florida
  • United States
Classification Title: Cty Ext Dir & Ext Agent II - IV or Prg Ext Agent II - IV Job Description: You Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way The University of Florida (UF), the flagship university for the state of Florida, 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 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 . Please note: The Extension Agent track is permanent status‐accruing and the Program Extension Agent track is non‐permanent status accruing in the Florida Cooperative Extension Service (FCES). The track followed by a successful candidate who does not currently hold permanent status in FCES will be agreed upon by UF and the candidate and will depend on current position and experience. A successful candidate who currently holds permanent status in FCES will follow the Extension Agent track. The programmatic focus of this position is Agriculture/Natural Resources. The Opportunity We are looking for candidates with academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, and innovate in a rapidly changing world. As an Extension Agent and County Extension Director (CED), you will work jointly for UF/IFAS Extension and Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. The academic program focus of this Extension Agent position is Agriculture/Natural Resources. As the CED (about 70% of your time), you will lead the total Miami-Dade extension program. As the Agent (about 30% of your time), you will lead through the design, implementation, and evaluation of agricultural education programs designed to assist clientele in small farm management in a resource‐efficient and environmentally sensitive manner. The Agent’s extension education program will be guided by an advisory committee that incorporates the needs of the county’s varied population. As County Extension Director the candidate will be able to: Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate county faculty and staff. Foster an inclusive environment and build effective relationships with stakeholders, county government, community leaders, private sector clientele, media, government agencies, county residents, and UF/IFAS faculty, staff, and extension administration. Assemble and regularly consult an overall advisory committee reflective of county demographics and stakeholders to ensure that all county extension programs are important and relevant and effectively advocate for community extension. Assure that each county faculty member maintains an extension advisory committee in his/her respective subject matter and areas of responsibility. Prepare and defend the annual county budget that supports the Miami-Dade County Extension Service office and oversee, review, and approve expenditures for the department. Demonstrate resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, collaboration, leadership, and innovation to strengthen current educational programs while reviewing and implementing new policies, evaluating performance, maintaining records, assessing risks, communicating, marketing effectively across multi-media platforms, managing financial resources, directing strategic planning, and creating educational materials and opportunities for Miami-Dade County. As the Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, the candidate will be able to: Maintain an effective and varied advisory committee to assist with extension program design, direction, and operation. Target programs to reflect the area’s population and unique educational needs using a variety of program marketing and delivery methods, including in-person, site visit consultations, and focused virtual platforms such as webinars, videos, and social media. Collaborate with local growers and UF/IFAS Research Center faculty to help design, conduct, and evaluate studies (including demonstration trials) that assess agriculture and natural resources in Miami-Dade County. Produce creative, scholarly works and audience-appropriate publications. Further Information: UF/IFAS employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff statewide. UF/IFAS Extension is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide quality, relevant education, and research-based expertise to foster healthy people, a healthy environment, and a healthy economy. We employ 375 Extension Agents and have an office in each of Florida’s 67 counties. We attribute our success to a workforce that embraces the contributions of people of all backgrounds and ability levels. The Extension Agent will contribute to a community that provides space for innovation, creativity, collaboration, growth, and development for all. Miami-Dade County, with a population of over 2.6 million, is located on the southern tip of the Florida peninsula. The main Extension office is located in Homestead, approximately 1 mile from the UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center. There are also three satellite offices in Hialeah, Miami Lakes, and Virginia Key. Miami-Dade County Extension is part of the Southeast Extension District made up of twelve counties and the Seminole Tribe. UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension partners with Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. It is the third largest county park system in the United States, consisting of more than 285 parks and 40,000+ acres of parks and natural areas, comprised of active, passive parklands and nature preserves. It is one of the most unique park and recreation systems in the world and focused on placemaking, health and fitness, and conservation and stewardship. Employment is contingent on the results of a physical examination, a substance screening, and a national background screening. In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties at the county or district level. Candidates must have the ability to possess (or be able to obtain) a Florida driver’s license, be able to work flexible hours, and have the willingness to occasionally work long and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel. 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. Are you a good match? Apply today! Expected Salary: Commensurate with Education and Experience Minimum Requirements: A master’s degree in agriculture/natural resources or a related field. At least 5 years of professional extension experience or equivalent. Self-starting, energetic, and team-oriented. Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, and innovativeness. Good organizational development and management skills. Ability to establish solid partnerships and work in teams. Ability to use information technology and apply social media to extension work. A commitment to positive and proactive customer service. Expertise in managing competing priorities and adaptability to handle unexpected situations. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values. Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in getting groups to work together for a higher goal, managing competing priorities, and adaptability to handle unexpected situations is a plus for this role. Experience creating lesson plans, developing instructional materials, and applying teaching methods appropriate for a varied audience. Outstanding management skills (coach, mentor, motivator, etc.). A strong commitment to the community. Familiarity working in political settings. Experience creating a vision and getting buy-in from others. Evidence of exceptional collaborations, partnerships, and marketing with community agencies and groups. Experience working in multicultural settings; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Technological literacy necessary for communication and program management, including social media. 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 ifas-hr@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: Yes

Closing:
May 23, 2024
  • The University of Melbourne
  • Australia, Vic
Job no: 5684000 Location: Parkville Role type: Part-time (0.5-0.7FTE); Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: Melbourne Medical SchoolSalary: Academic – Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. | Level D - 175,858 - $193,740 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super Oversees MD program at St Vincent’s Clinical School, fostering innovative medical student education. Unique opportunity to shape clinical education within new Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery. Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families! About the RoleThe Director of Medical Student Education role within the Department of Medical Education at the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Medical School focuses on overseeing the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at the St Vincent’s Clinical School site, located at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Leading clinical teaching and scholarship, the incumbent serves as a key liaison between the Department of Medical Education and St Vincent’s healthcare organisation. The position requires a medically qualified individual with strong relationship-building skills, responsible for shaping a collaborative model for medical student education amidst the relocation of the Clinical School to the new Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery. Your responsibilities will include: Providing leadership and developing opportunities for the Department of Medical Education’s educational programs at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne Providing leadership and academic oversight of clinical teaching programs at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne MD program delivery (including teaching, learning and assessment) of Melbourne Medical School St Vincent’s based medical students Active collaboration with DME colleagues, both centrally and at the other Clinical Schools in our network, to share resources and support continuous quality improvement in teaching and learning resources for the MD Who We Are Looking For The ideal candidate excels in communication and interpersonal skills, leading teams and promoting positive workplace culture. They demonstrate expertise in developing effective relationships across medical practitioners and health professionals at all levels, ensuring successful stakeholder management across various healthcare settings. You will also have: A medical qualification recognisable in Australia and Fellowship in an Australian College (e.g., FRACP, FRACGP, FACCRM etc.) and AHPRA registration in good standing A high level of involvement in professional activities at national and/or international levels Demonstrated capability of developing good working relationships with all levels of medical practitioners, and other health professionals, in hospitals, primary care and the community A commitment to supporting and advancing the role of the University within SVHM and affiliated hospitals For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD. This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Your New Team – Department of Medical EducationThe Department of Medical Education at the Melbourne Medical School is a leader in 21st-century medical education, delivering the innovative Doctor of Medicine (MD) course and conducting impactful research. We offer a range of postgraduate and professional development programs for health professionals, focusing on clinical teaching, leadership, and research. Our research interests encompass work integrated learning, curriculum assessment and evaluation, healthcare communication, and student engagement. Joining our team means being part of a dynamic community dedicated to excellence, with opportunities to shape the future of healthcare education and research. What We Offer You!In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page! About the University of MelbourneWe’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn. Be YourselfThe University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page. We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request". Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ApplicantsWe aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne. For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address. If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description. Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.

Closing:
May 31, 2024
  • University of Florida
  • United States
Classification Title: AST/ASO/FULL PROF Job Description: The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, invites applications for a clinical-track, full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Large Animal Surgery. The appointee will join an experienced surgery section consisting of five ACVS board-certified clinicians. One of the five surgeons is a dedicated emergency clinician who oversees 70% of large animal after-hours emergency cases. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience and proficiency in the practice of large animal surgery, including horses and farm animals. An interest in soft tissue and general surgery is preferred. The caseload is primarily referral-based, made up of about 70-80% equine and 20-30% small ruminants, camelids, and other production livestock. The large animal surgery service is based in the Alec P. and Louise H. Courtelis Equine Teaching Hospital on the main campus of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville. The hospital is fully equipped with dedicated colic, soft tissue, orthopedic, and standing surgery ORs, full complement of soft tissue and orthopedic surgical equipment including Haico Pro 3 surgery table with 4-way tilt, laparoscopy, Ligasure and Caiman bipolar vessel sealing devices, a variety of 1, 1.5, and 3m flexible endoscopes, CO2 and diode laser, electrochemotherapy unit, and service specific C-arm fluoroscopy. A 1.5T high-field MRI, The Steinbrenner Family C.T. Imaging Suite, nuclear scintigraphy suite, and 2 large digital radiography suites are located within the large animal hospital immediately adjacent to the surgery area. In addition, there is a podiatry suite with dedicated digital radiography, service specific digital ultrasound, a selection of climate-controlled stalls, a large, covered arena with concrete and sand/synthetic footing for under saddle evaluation, and overground endoscopy. Faculty laboratories also provide high speed treadmill, 3-D printing, and sterile hood for preparation of biologic therapies. In addition to the large animal surgery faculty there are 6 large animal DACVIM, 8 anesthesia faculty (6 DACVAA and 2 DECVAA), 6 DACVR one of which has equine diagnostic imaging designation, 4 DACT, and 3 DACVO serving the large animal hospital in addition to full laboratory support and added specialties within the small animal hospital available to consult as needed (ie. dermatology, cardiology, neurology, etc.). The University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Ocala, Florida is an added source of diagnostic and treatment modalities to equine patients in the UF system and serves as an elective and emergency surgical referral source for the Gainesville hospital. The UF at WEC hospital is focused on sports medicine, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services with 3 ACVSMR faculty also holding ACVS, ECVS, and ACVIM certifications. A 40-minute drive from Gainesville, this facility expands upon the diagnostic capabilities available to our patients to include Qalibra large bore CT with standing imaging capability, Hallmarq standing MRI, and PET scan. The World Equestrian Center in Ocala is a new world class facility with 3000 stalls and numerous indoor climate controlled and outdoor arenas providing equestrian competition across a variety of disciplines year-round. Opportunities for faculty to hold practice days at WEC in a developed special area of expertise may exist. Florida boasts the third largest horse population and is home to a thriving equine industry spanning all disciplines of equine activities, generating an $11.7 billion annual state economic impact. While opportunities for equestrian recreation and competition abound, Florida also offers a wide variety of entertainment and recreational activities. Gainesville is growing with abundant dining and entertainment options yet is surrounded by public lands for recreation and the wide-open countryside. A 1.5 – 2-hour drive will take you to the gulf or atlantic coasts and 3 major city centers with shopping, professional sports, theater, concerts, amusment parks, and fine dining. As some would say, “I’m from Florida, where we vacation in other parts of Florida!”. The appointee would be assigned 60-75% of their time in clinics. Duties include management of referral and direct access surgery cases, day-time emergency surgical support, and providing consultations to other services as required. Participation in a shared after-hours roster to fill the 30% of after-hours remaining after coverage by our emergency clinician is expected. Teaching responsibilities include involvement in the large animal surgery clerkship and other relevant courses in the professional curriculum. Active participation in the residency and internship training programs and the contribution to the improvement of clinical instruction and service is expected. Opportunities for independent or collaborative research activities exist. The appointee is expected to be involved in professional outreach, committee service, and curriculum development. Expected Salary: Rank and salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience. Minimum Requirements: Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree. Preferred Qualifications: None Special Instructions to Applicants: All applicants for job number 531433 must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. A curriculum vitae, names of three persons who can provide letters of reference, and a statement of career goals must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. All correspondence should be directed to Dr. Alison Morton at mortona@ufl.edu. 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. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. We’re committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent by valuing diversity of thought, skill, and experience. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering environments where team members feel included, valued for their differences, and empowered to do their best work. Health Assessment Required: No

Closing:
Jun 7, 2024
  • University of Florida
  • United States
Classification Title: CLIN AST/ASO/FULL PROF Job Description: The University of Florida College of Medicine –Jacksonville, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology seeks candidate for a full-time faculty position to join in a growing academic practice with a Fellowship Program. Responsibilities will include patient care primarily in an ambulatory based setting and resident and student teaching. Candidates must have a MD or equivalent degree and be Board Certified in Gastroenterology. Appointment is non-tenure accruing level. With more than 6,200 faculty and staff, UF Health in Jacksonville is the largest UF campus outside of Gainesville. UF Health physicians offer primary care and specialty services in practices throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, tallying more than 650,000 outpatient visits and more than 40,000 inpatient admissions annually. UF Health in Jacksonville, Florida, is comprised of: UF Health Jacksonville, an academic health center near Downtown Jacksonville and home to the area's only adult and pediatric Level I trauma program UF Health North, a 92-bed hospital and outpatient medical campus in North Jacksonville UF Health Science Center Jacksonville, which encompasses three UF colleges in Jacksonville: Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy UF Jacksonville Physicians, Inc., a network of primary and specialty care centers offering exceptional patient care throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia The UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville is the largest of the three colleges at the Health Science Center Jacksonville. We excel in education, research and patient care that expresses our steadfast values of compassion, excellence, professionalism and innovation. The college's 16 clinical science departments house more than 450 faculty members, 1,560 staff and 384 residents and fellows, as well as medical students from UF and around the country. We offer an incredible breadth of clinical training programs and proud to train many of best primary care providers and specialists throughout the region, the state and the country. Research, discovery and innovation are critical aspects of our clinical campus and we have some of the country’s leading researchers at our locations searching for and finding new treatments and clinical options. The UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville faculty, administrators, residents, fellows, students and staff work as a team in pursuit of our common mission — to heal, to comfort, to educate and to discover through quality health care, elimination of health disparities, medical education, innovation and research. To learn more about our college, leadership, mission, faculty resources, and the city of Jacksonville visit https://med.jax.ufl.edu/administrative-affairs/faculty-orientation-guide/ https://med.jax.ufl.edu/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu3_1vtlqY8 https://www.visitjacksonville.com/ Expected Salary: Salary is negotiable; commensurate with experience and qualifications. Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have a MD/DO and be BC/BE in Gastroenterology. Preferred Qualifications: Special Instructions to Applicants: The Search Committee will begin to review applications as soon as an applicant pool is identified. Please provide letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae. The final 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 the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS 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. Health Assessment Required: "Yes"

Closing:
May 19, 2024