Biological Scientist III

University of Florida
University of Florida

Full-time

Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

USD 75k-85k / year

Posted on Nov 9, 2026
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Biological Scientist III

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences
Department:60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist III
Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and seven years of experience or master's degree in biology or a related field with five years of experience. Doctoral degree in biology or related field with two years of experience.
Job Description:

Laboratory research activities: Design, execute, and oversee experiments for the isolation and identification of pathogens causing emerging diseases in sugarcane. Develop and implement novel assays for pathogen detection and identification.

Greenhouse research activities: Design, execute, and oversee experiments to evaluate the pathogenicity of fungal and bacterial isolates. Perform inoculation experiments to evaluate the response of germplasm in the sugarcane breeding program.

Field research activities: Perform inoculation experiments to evaluate the response of germplasm in the sugarcane breeding program. Evaluate disease symptoms in field trials. Collect and process samples for pathogen isolation and identification. Collaborate with breeding programs and technicians from the industry in the establishment and maintenance of on-farm trials. Drive to various field locations to complete the activities.

Data collection and analysis: Maintain excellent records of research activities. Conduct statistical analysis of data. Perform DNA sequence analysis, including but not limited to phylogenetic and multilocus phylogenetic analysis and variant calling. Write manuscripts.
Expected Salary:

$75,000 to $85,000 annual salary; commensurate with education and experience
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and seven years of experience or master's degree in biology or a related field with five years of experience. Doctoral degree in biology or related field with two years of experience.
Preferred:

Doctoral degree in an agriculture-related field. Prior experience (at least eight years of experience) in one or more of these areas: conducting research under laboratory and greenhouse conditions; microbiology and molecular biology techniques; DNA sequence analysis and phylogenetic analysis; experimental design and statistical analysis of data. Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience working on sugarcane or row agronomic crops is desired.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

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

Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Eastern Standard Time

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Biological Scientist III 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
This Biological Scientist position is assigned to the University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade, FL. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments related to sugarcane pathology. Specific duties include the design and execution of experiments (laboratory, greenhouse, and field), the collection and analysis of related data, and the writing of reports and scientific manuscripts. Responsibilities of this position also include collaborating with grad students, scholars, and postdocs on research activities, as well as coordinating with industry partners, breeding program personnel, and external scientists.

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Biological Scientist III 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
This Biological Scientist position is assigned to the University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade, FL. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments related to sugarcane pathology. Specific duties include the design and execution of experiments (laboratory, greenhouse, and field), the collection and analysis of related data, and the writing of reports and scientific manuscripts. Responsibilities of this position also include collaborating with grad students, scholars, and postdocs on research activities, as well as coordinating with industry partners, breeding program personnel, and external scientists.
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