Undergraduate Research Assistant

These positions require a committed schedule of 10-20 hours per week within a minimum of 2-4 hour blocks of time. Transportation to the center is necessary and cannot be provided by employer. Occasional travel in government vehicles to field research sites throughout the state may also be required. If you are eager to learn more about invasive plant management, this is the job for you!

Join Our Aquatic Invasive Plants Research Team

The University of Florida's Agricultural Center is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to join our Aquatic Invasive Plants research team. This position offers hands-on experience in environmental science and aquatic ecology while contributing to important conservation efforts across Florida's waterways.

Job Responsibilities: Assist in ongoing research projects at the Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, including graduate student project assistance; three projects are currently in need of assistance.

• Old World climbing fern (Lygodium microphyllum): fern gametophyte biology and ecology.
• Cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica): Hydrologic influences, chemical control, and treatment timing
• Cuban bulrush (Cyperus blepharoleptos): Integrated chemical and mechanical control, genetic influences

Some of your tasks may include:

• Supporting local research in Gainesville through the maintenance and data collection of laboratory and greenhouse studies.
• Participating in field-based research through setup, execution of treatments, and data collection throughout Florida (including various state parks and national preserves)
• Executing propagation protocols to cultivate fern gametophytes, including agar plate propagation, vegetative propagation for a variety of upland and littoral species, soil-mixing, repotting, watering, pest management, and fertilization in greenhouses

Why Join Us

This position offers valuable research experience that strengthens graduate school applications and builds practical skills in scientific methodology. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge research techniques while addressing real environmental challenges facing Florida's aquatic ecosystems. Our inclusive team welcomes students from all backgrounds and academic levels.

Located on UF's main campus in Gainesville, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and work with renowned faculty in aquatic plant ecology. Flexible scheduling accommodates academic commitments, and opportunities exist for independent research projects.

Ready to make a difference in aquatic conservation? Apply today to join our research team and gain invaluable experience in environmental science.

$14.00/hour - 15.00/hour commensurate with education and experience

These positions require a committed schedule of 10-20 hours per week within a minimum of 2-4 hour blocks of time. Transportation to the center is necessary and cannot be provided by employer. Occasional travel in government vehicles to field research sites throughout the state may also be required. If you are eager to learn more about invasive plant management, this is the job for you!

For more information, please contact Dr. Stephen Enloe, a Professor and Extension Specialist at the Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants (sfenloe@ufl.edu)

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.