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University of Florida

Research Assistant/Associate Scientist

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Research

🗓️ July 8th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Florida is hiring a Research Assistant/Associate Scientist to lead field automation efforts within the Blueberry Breeding Program. The role involves developing technologies to enhance breeding, managing projects, securing funding, and supporting robotic systems implementation for phenotyping and agricultural research.

Highlights

  • Lead field automation team in the Blueberry Breeding Program.
  • Develop technologies to improve breeding, selection, and agriculture productivity.
  • Manage research projects and secure collaborations and extramural funding.
  • Support robotic systems for high-throughput phenotyping, laboratory analysis, and manipulation of fruits and plants.
  • Required doctorate in robotics engineering or related discipline with hands-on automation experience.
  • Skills needed in robotic manipulation, machine learning, embedded systems, and mechanical design.
  • Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and grant procurement abilities.
  • Preferred postdoctoral or industrial experience in automation and leadership roles.
  • Commitment to the University's core values and mission of the Land-Grant system.
  • Compensation commensurate with education and experience.