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This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position that will be 60% research and 40%, located at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the University of Florida.   
Duties will include conducting research in horticultural economics and developing an extension (outreach) program for clientele in the commercial nursery and landscape industries. The incumbent will be expected to work closely with faculty in the Center for Landscape Conservation and Ecology in areas such as the determination of impacts of horticultural practices, including fertilizer and water use, and policies in the urban environment. The successful candidate will secure external funding to support his/her research program, publish in national and international journals, and thus develop a nationally recognized research program.
An earned doctorate in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related discipline is required.  Postdoctoral experience is desirable.  Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and ability to procure extramural funding.  Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system.  Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability.  Candidates should possess excellent quantitative skills and the motivation to work in multidisciplinary teams.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

For a complete position description and instructions for applying, please see our web page at: http://mrec.ifas.ufl.edu/Announcements/announcements.asp