Education And Training Jobs in Pine Castle, FL

Position Summary

MedOpta is seeking a dynamic clinical professional (RN, LPN, Therapist, Tech, or similar) to serve as a Clinical Sales & Education Specialist across Florida. This 1099 role blends hands-on clinical training with full-cycle medical device sales, including cold calling, product promotion, facility walkthroughs, and light equipment installation.

You will train hospital staff on multiple products MedOpta supports through direct manufacturer contracts, while also selling select product lines you are trained on.

This is an ideal opportunity for a clinician looking to transition into MedTech sales, clinical education, or healthcare consulting.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Education & Training

• Conduct on-site product trainings and in-services for nurses, technicians, therapists, and physicians

• Demonstrate proper device setup, use, and best practices

• Provide over-the-shoulder support during early adoption

• Tailor education to each facility’s workflow and clinical needs

• Serve as a clinical and technical resource for assigned accounts

Sales & Territory Growth

• Perform full-cycle sales activities: cold calling, prospecting, demos, follow-up, and closing

• Promote and sell designated product lines you are trained on

• Conduct facility walkthroughs to identify opportunities and ensure proper equipment placement

• Perform light installation and basic maintenance of assigned equipment

• Build strong relationships with clinical and administrative stakeholders

• Drive utilization, retention, and expansion within existing accounts

• Provide timely activity reports, account updates, and competitive insights

Qualifications

• Active clinical background (RN, LPN, RT, PT/OT, Surgical Tech, MA, etc.)

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Comfortable cold calling, selling, and influencing clinical decision-makers

• Familiarity with hospital, ASC, or rehabilitation environments

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Ability to meet vendor credentialing requirements

• Ability to lift/move equipment up to 30 lbs

• Reliable internet access for documentation

• Willingness to travel within Florida

Compensation (1099 Contractor)

• Hourly pay for clinical training, in-services, and approved field activities

• Commission for sales, conversions, and account expansion

• High earning potential for individuals who excel in both education and sales

• Flexible scheduling and opportunities for additional assignments

Why MedOpta?

• Transition from bedside care into MedTech and clinical sales

• Exposure to innovative medical devices and product launches

• Autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful income upside

• Ability to influence patient outcomes through education and adoption

• Direct support from MedOpta’s clinical and commercial leadership teams

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Clinical Documentation Physician Liaison (NP/PA)

Location: Orlando, FL (Multiple Sites)

Schedule: Hybrid | Monday–Friday (Onsite 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Remote remainder of day)

Salary Range: $110,000 – $140,000 + Bonus Eligibility

Overview

A leading healthcare system is seeking a Clinical Documentation Physician Liaison to support and enhance physician documentation practices across multiple hospital sites. This role is ideal for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking to transition into a collaborative, non-direct patient care position while leveraging clinical expertise to drive quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee physician documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
• Analyze clinical and operational data to identify documentation improvement opportunities
• Provide education and training to physicians and clinical teams
• Balance reimbursement integrity with compliance standards using sound clinical judgment
• Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), revenue cycle, and interdisciplinary teams
• Act as a liaison between clinical staff and administrative stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (active Florida license required)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience (Inpatient)
• Strong understanding of CDI outcomes and operational metrics

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to educate and influence physicians effectively
• Collaborative team player with a systems-thinking mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + 15% leadership bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits from Day One (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Paid Time Off starting Day One
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Robust well-being and mental health support programs
• Additional lifestyle benefits, including pet support programs

Work Locations

Openings available across multiple sites in the Orlando area.

If you're a clinically experienced provider ready to make a broader impact on healthcare quality and documentation, this is a unique opportunity to step into a strategic, system-level role.

Up to $2000 Placement Bonus - Excellent CF Opportunity

Speech Language Pathologist Key Responsibilities:

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• Assessments & Evaluations: Conduct compliant, formalized and dynamic assessments to determine educational eligibility/level of functioning. Complete observations and evaluations, and manage annual and triennial reviews. Develop and maintain compliant IEPs and participate in multi-disciplinary teams.
  
• Treatment Planning: Develop and coordinate treatment plans with interdisciplinary team members to ensure educational benefit.
  
• Consultation & Instruction: Consult with team members, including families, to maximize generalization of target skill sets. May oversee and support the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA), including monitoring supervision hours and promoting ongoing professional development.
  
• Data Collection & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of student progress, including therapy notes and assessment data, and use research-based data for monitoring and reporting.
  
• Time Off Management for Full-Time School Employees: Employees are encouraged to schedule their time off during school breaks. Time off requests will be reviewed and approved by the supervisor to ensure minimal disruption to normal operations.
  

Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications:

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• Licensure: Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are delivered or eligibility to obtain such licensure.
  
• Certifications: Department of Education certification (if applicable), and any relevant certifications (e.g., CPR, CPI) as needed.
  
• Experience: Preferably one year of experience in speech therapy; clinical fellows or RPE candidates are welcome.
  
• Clearances: DOJ/FBI Livescan background check and TB clearance required. Must be eligible to work in the US.
  
• Skills: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities; knowledge of evidence-based practices and special education programs preferred.
  
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  

Speech Language Pathologist Physical Demands:

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• Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
  
• Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  
• Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.
  

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Job Description

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on advanced projects at the intersection of AI, machine learning, computer vision, and multimodal learning, focusing on advancing the Large Language Models (LLMs). The successful candidate will work on pioneering research projects that push the boundaries of what AI can achieve, particularly in the domain of multimodal learning. You will have the opportunity to develop innovative algorithms and models that integrate multiple data modalities, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to high-impact publications.

Job Responsibilities

1. Research and Innovation:Conduct cutting-edge research in AI, machine learning, and multimodal learning, with a focus on developing Large Language Models (LLMs) that process and generate multimodal data (text, audio, video, images).Explore and implement new algorithms and methodologies to enhance the performance of LLMs in various real-world applications.

2. Model Development and Optimization:Design, build, and fine-tune LLMs and other AI models to address complex challenges in multimodal learning.Develop scalable and efficient architectures for deploying models in real-world environments.

3. Collaboration and Industry Partnerships:Collaborate closely with industry partners to align research with practical applications, ensuring that developed models and solutions address real-world needs.Participate in cross-functional teams to apply research findings to industry-related projects.

4. Publishing and Dissemination:Prepare and publish high-quality research papers in top-tier journals and present findings at leading academic conferences.Contribute to technical reports and documentation for both academic and industry audiences.

5. Mentorship and Lab Contributions:Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the lab, guiding them in research methods, experimental design, and technical skills. Contribute to the overall success of the lab by collaborating on ongoing projects and assisting with grant proposals and reports.

Minimum Qualification

Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on AI, NLP (natural language processing), machine learning, or data science.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in Deep Learning and LLMs(Large Language Models): Knowledge in building applications and fine-tuning models like Llama 3, Gemma, Mistral AI, and others.
Multimodal Learning Experience: Demonstrated experience in integrating and processing multiple data modalities (text, audio, video, images) using AI/ML techniques.
Programming Proficiency: Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and associated libraries.
Research Excellence: Proven track record of publications in high-impact journals and conferences in relevant fields.
Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, with strong communication and leadership skills.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

College of Graduate Studies:

The University of Central Florida College of Graduate Studies oversees, supports, and advocates for over 10,000 students across 200+ master's, doctoral, specialist, and certificate programs. Within the College of Graduate Studies, the Department of Graduate Student Services supports all graduate students from enrollment to graduation by managing academic records, tracking degree progress, and processing milestones.

The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Manager of Graduate Student Services, the Academic Evaluator II reviews eForms, evaluates graduate transfer credit, and updates the Graduate Plan of Study (GPS/degree audit). The position explains and clarifies academic policies and procedures related to transfer credit for students, faculty, and program staff. The Evaluator also assists with commencement preparation and attendance, certifies all graduate and certificate degrees, and provides high-quality customer service to graduate students, faculty, and program personnel.

Responsibilities:

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• Review, evaluate, and process graduate-level transfer credit requests. Resolve GPS (degree audit) related issues regarding graduate transfer credit.

  
  

• Evaluate and process Programs of Study/eForms. Ensure GPS (degree audit) course substitutions/course moves comply with the Catalog Year/Requirement Term, as well as with graduate policy.

  
  

• Process late Intent to Graduate (ITG) requests and communicate with college contacts at each phase of the graduation certification process. Attend and support each commencement ceremony. Conduct the final certification process each semester and award degrees once all requirements are met.

  
  

• Provide quality customer service to graduate students via phone, email, or in person. Communicate with graduate department faculty and staff as well as other university offices to resolve student issues regarding student services, academic progress, and graduation. Refer students to others for appropriate assistance.

  
  

• Perform testing and validation of Student Services PeopleSoft modifications, documenting results and providing feedback to the CGS ERP Specialist to support accuracy, reliability, and system improvements.

  
  

• Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's degree.

  
  

• Experience working in higher education, especially with graduate students or academic records.

  
  

• Record management experience reviewing student records, transfer credits, or degree audits.

  
  

• PeopleSoft experience, particularly in Student Records or Academic Advising.

  
  

• Familiarity with degree audit systems.

  
  

• Attention to detail and ability to interpret academic policies and catalog requirements.

  
  

• Strong communication and customer service skills when working with students, faculty, and staff.

  
  

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and support the graduation and commencement processes.

  
  

• Experience handling confidential student information.

  
  

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

  
  

• Retirement savings options

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

  
  

• Education assistance

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

  
  

Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Type of Appointment

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Job Posting End Date

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

We present an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled researcher to join our team as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Inorganic/ Organometallic Chemistry at the University of Central Florida (UCF). This unique position offers a blend of advanced research in molecular inorganic and organometallic chemistry, with a downstream interest in reactivity, catalysis and relevant mechanistic investigations.

The successful candidate, housed in the labs of, and co-advised by Professors John Gordon and Titel Jurca, will play a pivotal role in advancing cutting-edge molecular inorganic chemistry. Responsibilities include the synthesis and characterization of novel coordination complexes employing techniques spanning conventional air-free synthesis, to alternative sono- and mechanochemical methodologies. Relevant complexes will be further studied for reactivity, with potential application to catalytic processes. Additionally, the candidate will participate in standard laboratory responsibilities of upkeep/maintenance, the collective supervision of graduate and undergraduate students, and dedicated activities related to professional development.

Responsibilities:

Research: Conduct advanced research in the synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of novel molecular inorganic complexes. Collaboration: Actively collaborate across both Gordon and Jurca groups, and the REACT cluster at UCF, in pursuit of the research goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in organometallic, inorganic, or catalysis chemistry. Strong background in standard molecular analysis techniques including NMR, FTIR, mass-spec, scXRD (not required but desirable). Experience in air-free synthetic techniques (Schlenk line, inert atmosphere glovebox)

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent writing, communication, and collaboration skills. Track record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience with x-ray crystallography.

Benefits of the position include:

Competitive salary and benefits package, starting from $60,000. Opportunities for professional growth and career development. Renewable based on mutual agreement and fund availability. UCF provides a vibrant and inclusive research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research accomplishments, and arrange for two reference letters to be sent directly to Application review begins on January 5th, 2026and the position will remain open until January 31st, 2026. Expected start date is between 05/01/2026 and 07/01/2026.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Sciences (COS) - Department of Chemistry

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

Department

Work Schedule

Type of Appointment

Expected Salary

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

Health Information Technology:

The Health and Information Technology Department embraces a strong, customer-centric philosophy in delivering services. Through collaboration, we provide a robust, secure infrastructure and leverage technical tools to enable mission attainment.

The Opportunity:

The Enterprise Systems Manager is responsible for the design, administration, maintenance, and performance of the core systems utilized at the College of Medicine and affiliated entities; to include customized consumption of university core resources, as well as uniquely owned system and services for the college. Acting as Unit Leader, the role will provide direct oversight of daily activities, own escalated incident resolution, champion system implementation efforts, and manage relationships with relative technical partners and vendors.

Responsibilities:

Operations, Systems Administration, and Technical Management:

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• Act as Health Information Technology Enterprise Systems unit leader, overseeing the planning, architecture, installation, implementation, and maintenance of the core and unique systems and services for the College of Medicine and affiliated programs.

  
  

• Supervise Systems Administrators, providing guidance over daily activities; including hiring, training, development, task assignment, and coaching.

  
  

• Perform high-level systems activities to maintain workload balance and service escalated tasks.

  
  

• Ensure systems/services are appropriately maintained, meeting operational expectations, and align with security standards.

  
  

• Own the protection against technical vulnerabilities, as well as investigation and mitigation of incidents

  
  

• Lead concurrent initiatives; including proposal, prioritization, scheduling, project planning, and communication

  
  

• Generate detailed documentation for systems, workflows, change management, and project planning

  
  

• Champion initiatives to deliver timely customized systems and applications to support the client base.

  
  

• Consume central services, working with campus colleagues to tailor unique needs of the service environments.

  
  

Strategic Planning/Leadership:

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• Coordinate with Health IT leadership to develop a sustainable, scalable, and consistent service model, aligning technical and business practices to support the college's and university's strategic goals and initiatives.

  
  

• Provide Health IT Leadership with technical documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), analytical reports, and strategic road maps on service efforts and technical planning for the organization

  
  

• Research and advise trends in technical innovation, related to healthcare, medical education, and biomedical research.

  
  

• Set Annual/long-term unit goals, capture and present unit/system performance metrics, seeking opportunities to improve efficiency.

  
  

• Maintain currency and communicate the Health IT Service Catalog for Enterprise Systems, pertaining to standardization of services, softwares, and devices offered and supported.

  
  

Outreach, Education and Training:

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• Represent Health IT at college/university/external technical committees/forums. Seek opportunities to increase efficiency(software licensing, economies of scale procurement, standardization, redundancy in efforts and resources.

  
  

• Build and strengthen open collaborative relationships between all university IT units, AHSC Departments, and health partners to align efforts across organizations, ensure transparency, manage expectations, as well as create awareness and a sense of common purpose.

  
  

• Coordinate strategic efforts between stakeholders in the development and enforcement of department, college, and university policies, procedures, and best practices.

  
  

• Maintain advanced working knowledge and competency for unit, respective to current and future state of the college's systems, through regular research, forum monitoring, educational programs, and conference participation.

  
  

Other Duties, as assigned

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• Timely completion of all required university and college trainings and updates

  
  

• Contributes to the overall success of the College by performing all other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

  
  

• Promote a positive work environment within Health IT while performing duties not specified above.

  
  

• Job duties will apply to all areas of the COM, UCF Health and Burnett Biomedical Medical. There will be limited interaction with AHSC components and teaching hospital for the time being. The level of interaction and collaboration will change to encompass the AHSC and teaching hospital as the efforts toward establishing and building out the campus.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Proficiency with Microsoft infrastructure tools, including Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM/MECM, SCOM, SharePoint, and IIS.

  
  

• Experience delivering and managing enterprise-level services and systems such as Linux environments, SQL/MySQL databases, Mobile Device Management platforms (InTune, JAMF), Secure Printing, and Interface Engines.

  
  

• Working knowledge of cloud architecture and services (e.g., Azure, AWS), including strategy, hosting, virtualization, and interconnectivity.

  
  

• Familiarity with enterprise network technologies, including port specifications, firewall rules, DHCP configuration, and monitoring/troubleshooting tools.

  
  

• Demonstrated leadership in a complex IT environment, including supervising technical teams, resolving escalated issues, and overseeing cross-functional projects.

  
  

• Experience working in academic, research, or healthcare IT environments, with an understanding of their unique operational needs.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

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• The salary for this position is expected to be between $89,076 - $122,479. The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

  
  

• Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

  
  

• Classification Title: Manager, Information Technology III

  
  

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• 
  

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

  
  

• Retirement savings options

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

  
  

• Education assistance

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

  
  

Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Work Schedule

Type of Appointment

Expected Salary

Job Posting End Date

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

The Opportunity

The College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applicants for multiple full-time, 9-month, tenured associate professor or professor positions. The positions will either be in the Department of Nursing Systems or the Department of Nursing Practice. The positions will be located on the UCF Academic Health Sciences Campus at Lake Nona and are expected to begin in Fall 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

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• A doctorate in Nursing from an accredited institution or a research doctorate in a related discipline from an accredited institution with an earned master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.

  
  

• Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire, with an upgrade to multi-status within the first semester of contract.

  
  

• A program of research and scholarly activity focused on artificial intelligence, simulation and immersive technology, environment/climate change, healthy aging, vulnerable populations, mental health, population health, quality, safety and patient outcomes, healthcare for emerging space industry, informatics, or big data analytics. Other research areas may also be considered.

  
  

• A sustained record of research and extramural funding commensurate with rank.

  
  

• Experience in mentoring doctoral students and early career faculty.

  
  

• A sustained publication record commensurate with rank.

  
  

To be eligible for appointment as a tenured associate professor or professor upon hire, the selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with rank.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• History of interdisciplinary research collaborations.

  
  

• Demonstrated commitment to student success and excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate education commensurate with rank.

  
  

• Experience in online course development and instruction.

  
  

• Record of service commensurate with rank.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Jacqueline Lamanna at .

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• 
  

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

  
  

• Retirement savings options.

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

  
  

• Education assistance.

  
  

• Flexible work environment.

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

  
  

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

Work Schedule

Type of Appointment

Expected Salary

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

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The Opportunity

UCF Faculty Excellence is committed to supporting and strengthening faculty through recruitment, development, and retention of outstanding scholars and educators.

Faculty Excellence promotes the growth of academic leaders through professional development opportunities and institutional policies designed to strengthen our collective faculty who advance UCF's mission of discovery, learning, and engagement. We believe a great university is built by great faculty.

The Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs seeks applications for the position of Vice Provost for Faculty Excellence, with an anticipated start date in Summer 2026. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice Provost serves as the senior advisor to the Provost on faculty affairs. This individual will lead faculty development programs, including new faculty and leadership development, the Faculty Fellowship Program, the Karen L. Smith Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, and UCF's COACHE survey initiative.

The Vice Provost will lead the coordination with university stakeholders on processes and documents related to faculty promotion and tenure, post-tenure review, as well as the Annual Evaluation Standards and Procedures (AESP) criteria.

The position will collaborate with deans, administrators, faculty and staff across UCF's 12 colleges and other academic administrative units to advance faculty excellence.

Bright minds are solving the world's greatest problems right here at UCF. It is one of the reasons we are positioned to become the world's leading public metropolitan university. To achieve this vision, we continuously work to bring together thinkers, doers and creators who deliver high-quality education and industry-leading research that transforms lives. The impact of ourinnovative faculty researchand teaching excellence extends far beyond our campuses, unleashing a ripple effect that benefits our region, nation and world. From the interesting and heartwarming to the ground-breaking and life-changing, our research initiatives are helping change the trajectory of the future.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. or terminal degree from an accredited institution; distinguished record of accomplishment meriting appointment at the rank of tenured professor; and a minimum of five years of experience in academic leadership in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, ensuring buy-in from university stakeholders

  
  

• Experience developing and mentoring faculty

  
  

• A history of implementing faculty success initiatives

  
  

• A record of data-informed decision-making

  
  

• A record of strong collaboration and leadership across colleges, academic departments, and central support units.

  
  

• Experience supervising promotion and tenure and post-tenure review processes.

  
  

• Experience presenting and interacting with governance and/or alumni boards.

  
  

• The ability to proactively anticipate state and national trends in higher education and respond accordingly.

  
  

• Experience developing and implementing policies at the department, college, and/or university level.

  
  

• Demonstrated experience working through shared governance to advance strategic initiatives.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be directed to the search rm contact listed below. Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is lled. While applications and nominations will be accepted until a new Vice Provost is selected, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials to our consultant at the address below by March 29, 2026, for full consideration. Application materials must include a current CV and letter of interest.

UCF VPFE Search

Funk Associates

2911 Turtle Creek Boulevard - Suite 300

Dallas, Texas 75219

Email:

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Krisha Creal at .

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Sponsorship for employment-based visas will only be considered under exceptional circumstances and is not guaranteed. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
  
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
  
• Retirement savings options.
  
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
  
• Education assistance.
  
• Flexible work environment.
  
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
  

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .