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Get Access To All JobsJOB NO:
539589
WORK TYPE:
Post Doc Associate
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences
DEPARTMENT:
60210000 - AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Postdoc Aso
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.
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 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
The University of Florida (UF), Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (IFAS), Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences (SWES) department is looking to hire a Post-doctoral Associate who will provide leadership and expertise in the field of agriculture nutrient management within the Suwannee Valley agricultural area of north Florida. The post-doctoral associate will be part of a multi-year demonstration and research project funded by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) involving precision nitrogen application, cover cropping, and soil moisture sensor (SMS) monitoring in corn (grain, silage, and sweet), sorghum, cotton, snap beans, and other appropriate crops. Recently, growers implementing side-dressing to row crops significantly reduced their nitrogen footprint in the Suwannee Valley Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP). More information on BMAP can be found here. This project will leverage precision placement of nitrogen using a high-clearance spray applicator modified with drop tubes to band nitrogen near growing crops. Cover crops and SMS are used as well to mine residual nitrogen and improve irrigation timing to minimize nitrate-nitrogen leaching, respectively. The incumbent will be the primary staff member responsible for visiting each site routinely to collect all soil and tissue samples and to be present for logistical meetings prior to, during, and after each farm demonstration. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with other collaborators, including UF/IFAS County Extension faculty and Regional Specialized Agents, including those stationed at the North Florida Research and Education Center. Data analyses will be summarized by the incumbent for written reports including quarterly reports to the funding agency, EDIS documents, and peer-reviewed publications. The incumbent will be expected to drive to potential field locations and stakeholder meetings, present findings at stakeholder meetings, and conduct field work in hot, humid conditions.
Background Information:
The SWES Department is a leader in teaching, research, and extension/outreach programs in management, protection, and monitoring of soil and water resources. The SWES Department has 37 tenured or tenure-track faculty, 6 non-tenure track lecturers/research faculty, 54 PhD students, 103 MS students, and 114 undergraduate students. The interdisciplinary nature of SWES programs results in research at multiple (molecular to landscape) scales to manage and protect land and water resources and solve environmental problems. Teaching faculty are encouraged to participate in extension and research activities that contribute to their continuing education.
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 56,000 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 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s 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 PhD (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Agronomy, Soil Science, Environmental Sciences/Engineering, Nutrient Management, Water Quality, or any related field is required.
Strong oral and verbal communication skills.
Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system.
Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
* Valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED:
Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary teams.
Experience and success working with stakeholders to successfully accomplish shared goals.
* Demonstrated experience publishing in extension and/or peer reviewed publications.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date and submit:
Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above
Curriculum vitae
* Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation
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 and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:
No
ADVERTISED:
27 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
11 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
JOB NO:
539589
WORK TYPE:
Post Doc Associate
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences
DEPARTMENT:
60210000 - AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Postdoc Aso
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.
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 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
The University of Florida (UF), Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (IFAS), Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences (SWES) department is looking to hire a Post-doctoral Associate who will provide leadership and expertise in the field of agriculture nutrient management within the Suwannee Valley agricultural area of north Florida. The post-doctoral associate will be part of a multi-year demonstration and research project funded by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) involving precision nitrogen application, cover cropping, and soil moisture sensor (SMS) monitoring in corn (grain, silage, and sweet), sorghum, cotton, snap beans, and other appropriate crops. Recently, growers implementing side-dressing to row crops significantly reduced their nitrogen footprint in the Suwannee Valley Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP). More information on BMAP can be found here. This project will leverage precision placement of nitrogen using a high-clearance spray applicator modified with drop tubes to band nitrogen near growing crops. Cover crops and SMS are used as well to mine residual nitrogen and improve irrigation timing to minimize nitrate-nitrogen leaching, respectively. The incumbent will be the primary staff member responsible for visiting each site routinely to collect all soil and tissue samples and to be present for logistical meetings prior to, during, and after each farm demonstration. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with other collaborators, including UF/IFAS County Extension faculty and Regional Specialized Agents, including those stationed at the North Florida Research and Education Center. Data analyses will be summarized by the incumbent for written reports including quarterly reports to the funding agency, EDIS documents, and peer-reviewed publications. The incumbent will be expected to drive to potential field locations and stakeholder meetings, present findings at stakeholder meetings, and conduct field work in hot, humid conditions.
Background Information:
The SWES Department is a leader in teaching, research, and extension/outreach programs in management, protection, and monitoring of soil and water resources. The SWES Department has 37 tenured or tenure-track faculty, 6 non-tenure track lecturers/research faculty, 54 PhD students, 103 MS students, and 114 undergraduate students. The interdisciplinary nature of SWES programs results in research at multiple (molecular to landscape) scales to manage and protect land and water resources and solve environmental problems. Teaching faculty are encouraged to participate in extension and research activities that contribute to their continuing education.
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 56,000 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 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s 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 PhD (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Agronomy, Soil Science, Environmental Sciences/Engineering, Nutrient Management, Water Quality, or any related field is required.
Strong oral and verbal communication skills.
Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system.
Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
* Valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED:
Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary teams.
Experience and success working with stakeholders to successfully accomplish shared goals.
* Demonstrated experience publishing in extension and/or peer reviewed publications.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date and submit:
Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above
Curriculum vitae
* Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation
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 and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:
No
ADVERTISED:
27 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
11 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Postdoctoral Associate
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation criteria
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but your discipline must directly relate to the postdoctoral research role. Gather official transcripts and a degree equivalency statement before reaching out to employers.
Target institutions with established international hiring pipelines
Research-intensive universities, NIH-funded labs, and national laboratories regularly sponsor international postdocs and understand the LCA filing process. Applying to these employers reduces the risk of a sponsorship offer being withdrawn due to unfamiliarity with E-3 requirements.
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Confirm your J-1 waiver status before accepting an offer
If you previously held a J-1 visa with a two-year home residency requirement and haven't received a waiver, you're barred from switching to E-3 status until that obligation is cleared. Resolve this with USCIS before your employer begins the LCA process.
Ask employers to file the LCA before your start date
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before you can attend your consulate appointment. Build at least three to four weeks of LCA processing time into your timeline so your visa interview can be scheduled without delaying your lab start date.
Negotiate a fixed-term contract that aligns with E-3 renewal cycles
E-3 visas are issued in two-year increments with unlimited renewals, so a postdoc appointment structured in two-year terms makes renewal straightforward. A contract that ends mid-period creates unnecessary complications when your employer files the next LCA.
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Find Postdoctoral Associate JobsPostdoctoral Associate E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Postdoctoral Associate jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find postdoctoral positions filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't let you filter by visa type, so you end up cold-screening listings. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers are already prepared to sponsor, which matters because many academic institutions are unfamiliar with the E-3 and may only know H-1B sponsorship processes.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Postdoctoral Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Postdoctoral Associate positions require at least a doctoral degree in a specific scientific or academic field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement. The key is that your degree discipline must be directly relevant to the research you'll be conducting. A PhD in molecular biology supporting a cell biology postdoc qualifies; a generic science degree for a highly specialized role may require additional documentation.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Postdoctoral Associate positions?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian postdocs. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate, meaning you could wait years before securing status. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so your employer can file your LCA with the DOL and you can attend your consulate appointment as soon as the certification is issued, typically within a few weeks of receiving your offer.
Can I change postdoctoral positions or institutions while on an E-3?
You can change employers on the E-3, but your new institution must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 visa stamp before starting work. You cannot simply transfer the visa the way some other statuses allow. If you're moving between institutions, time your transition carefully so the new LCA is certified and your appointment is scheduled before your current position ends.
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