Extension Assistant Professor Natural Resources Leadership Institute (NRLI)

NRLI

Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Ext Ast Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Extension professors (assistant associate and full) are required to hold a Ph.D. or equivalent highest degree and expertise in the relevant discipline.
Job Description:	The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF . The Natural Resources Leadership Institutes (NRLI) mission is to prepare and support a broad network of leaders who use collaborative approaches bridge differences and sustainably manage and protect Floridas natural resources. NRLI is a professional development and leadership institute that offers training mentoring and facilitation. Duties and Responsibilities This is a 12-month Extension Assistant Professor position with the NRLI within the FFGS. The position is 80% Extension and 20% Teaching and non-tenure track. The incoming faculty member will create and deliver an innovative and integrated Extension and teaching program to further the mission of NRLI and support instruction in FFGS. The candidate will complement the current NRLI Project Team by focusing on four main areas: NRLI INSTRUCTION: The candidate will deliver innovative content and instruction during educational modules. Furthermore the candidate will help develop new curricula and approaches. PROGAM DEVELOPMENT & PARTNERSHIP SUPPORT: The candidate will help NRLI keep abreast of current issues and develop innovative programming that supports the NRLI mission. The candidate will support and strengthen existing partnerships within and outside of UF including among NRLI alumni. They will foster new partnerships with internal and external groups and institutions to increase the programs impact visibility relevance and clientele variety. FACILITATION: The candidate will design deliver and evaluate facilitation activities including but not limited to; meetings retreats and multi-stakeholder processes related to NRLIs mission. Foci include decision-making conflict management mediation and/or dialogue. Candidate will mentor/advise alumni and partners seeking support when conducting their own facilitation activities. SFFGS TEACHING: Teaching duties will include offering a graduate and/or undergraduate course in the candidates expertise such as conflict management collaborative decision-making facilitation and related subjects. Candidate will contribute to other aspects of teaching enterprise as appropriate. Background Information: The University of Florida is a Land-Grant Sea-Grant and Space-Grant institution encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines with an enrollment of more than 56000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station the Florida Cooperative Extension Service the College of Veterinary Medicine the Florida Sea Grant 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 4500 people which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS one of the nations 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 Experience and Education
Required Qualifications:	A Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) or equivalent highest degree and a minimum of 3 years experience is required. Experience includes demonstrated skills in two or more of the following: stakeholder engagement experiential instruction group facilitation conflict management mediation and/or partnership development. Familiarity with natural resource issues and/or management. Evidence of ability to work both cooperatively and as a leader. Candidate must be willing to travel extensively typically within Florida and drive long distances. Travel may be outside of normal working hours. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant university system. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred:	A graduate of NRLI or a similar program. 10 or more years experience. International and/or multicultural experience. Experience outside of academic settings.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	For full consideration candidates should apply and submit materials by June 16 2026. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined. Employment Conditions This position is available July 1^st 2026 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with the education experience and qualifications of the selected applicant. Nominations Nominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent to: Please refer to Requisition # 539587 Joy Hazell Director Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute School of Forest Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences 2311 Mowry Rd PO Box 110750 Gainesville FL 32611 Phone: 305.978.9274 Electronic Mail: Application Information Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit: Cover letter that states applicants interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above Curriculum vitae Contact information (including email addresses) for three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation Unofficial transcripts 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 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 and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events restaurants year-round outdoor recreational activities and social opportunities.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Classification Title:Ext Ast ProfessorClassification Minimum Requirements:Extension professors (assistant associate and full) are required to hold a Ph.D. or equivalent highest degree and expertise in the relevant discipline.Job Description:The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating...

Classification Title:	Ext Ast Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Extension professors (assistant associate and full) are required to hold a Ph.D. or equivalent highest degree and expertise in the relevant discipline.
Job Description:	The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF . The Natural Resources Leadership Institutes (NRLI) mission is to prepare and support a broad network of leaders who use collaborative approaches bridge differences and sustainably manage and protect Floridas natural resources. NRLI is a professional development and leadership institute that offers training mentoring and facilitation. Duties and Responsibilities This is a 12-month Extension Assistant Professor position with the NRLI within the FFGS. The position is 80% Extension and 20% Teaching and non-tenure track. The incoming faculty member will create and deliver an innovative and integrated Extension and teaching program to further the mission of NRLI and support instruction in FFGS. The candidate will complement the current NRLI Project Team by focusing on four main areas: NRLI INSTRUCTION: The candidate will deliver innovative content and instruction during educational modules. Furthermore the candidate will help develop new curricula and approaches. PROGAM DEVELOPMENT & PARTNERSHIP SUPPORT: The candidate will help NRLI keep abreast of current issues and develop innovative programming that supports the NRLI mission. The candidate will support and strengthen existing partnerships within and outside of UF including among NRLI alumni. They will foster new partnerships with internal and external groups and institutions to increase the programs impact visibility relevance and clientele variety. FACILITATION: The candidate will design deliver and evaluate facilitation activities including but not limited to; meetings retreats and multi-stakeholder processes related to NRLIs mission. Foci include decision-making conflict management mediation and/or dialogue. Candidate will mentor/advise alumni and partners seeking support when conducting their own facilitation activities. SFFGS TEACHING: Teaching duties will include offering a graduate and/or undergraduate course in the candidates expertise such as conflict management collaborative decision-making facilitation and related subjects. Candidate will contribute to other aspects of teaching enterprise as appropriate. Background Information: The University of Florida is a Land-Grant Sea-Grant and Space-Grant institution encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines with an enrollment of more than 56000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station the Florida Cooperative Extension Service the College of Veterinary Medicine the Florida Sea Grant 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 4500 people which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS one of the nations 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 Experience and Education
Required Qualifications:	A Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) or equivalent highest degree and a minimum of 3 years experience is required. Experience includes demonstrated skills in two or more of the following: stakeholder engagement experiential instruction group facilitation conflict management mediation and/or partnership development. Familiarity with natural resource issues and/or management. Evidence of ability to work both cooperatively and as a leader. Candidate must be willing to travel extensively typically within Florida and drive long distances. Travel may be outside of normal working hours. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant university system. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred:	A graduate of NRLI or a similar program. 10 or more years experience. International and/or multicultural experience. Experience outside of academic settings.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	For full consideration candidates should apply and submit materials by June 16 2026. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined. Employment Conditions This position is available July 1^st 2026 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. Compensation is commensurate with the education experience and qualifications of the selected applicant. Nominations Nominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent to: Please refer to Requisition # 539587 Joy Hazell Director Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute School of Forest Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences 2311 Mowry Rd PO Box 110750 Gainesville FL 32611 Phone: 305.978.9274 Electronic Mail: Application Information Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit: Cover letter that states applicants interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above Curriculum vitae Contact information (including email addresses) for three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation Unofficial transcripts 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 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 and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events restaurants year-round outdoor recreational activities and social opportunities.
Health Assessment Required:	No