UF - Key Persons
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- Data Management Analyst III
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- Administrative Support Assistant
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- Contracts Administrator
- Financial Analyst
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Director of Communications
- Director of Marketing and Communications
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- Research Development Strategist I
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- End User Computing Specialist I
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- Maintenance Specialist II
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Associate Director / Deputy Research Integrity Officer & COI Administrator
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- Marketing & Communications Specialist
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Director, Pathways
- Program Director for UF Innovate Pathways
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- Administrative Specialist
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- Licensing Associate for Rick Croley
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- Executive Assistant to the Assistant Vice President
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- Grants Accounting Manager
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- Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Access and Technical Services
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- Application Developer Analyst IV
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- Grants Accounting Manager
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Administrative Support Assistant
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- Facility Security Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Administrative Support Assistant
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- Director & Research Integrity Officer
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- Application Developer Analyst
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Technical Services Manager
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- Administrative Specialist
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- Administrative Specialist III
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- Application Developer Analyst I
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- Vice President for Research
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Director, Human Resources
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- Assistant Director, Sid Martin Biotech
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- Assistant Director, Sid Martin Bio
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Research Development Strategist III
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- Application Developer Analyst
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- Communications
- Communications and Media Information / Library
- Human Resources
A native of Miami, George A. Smathers was an excellent student, debater, and athlete. While at UF, he was president of the student body, captain of the basketball team, president of the debate team, member of the Florida Blue Key, and member of the John Marshall Society of the Phi Delta legal fraternity.George A. Smathers is one of the University of Florida's outstanding alumni, achieving the highest levels of public service, leadership in his profession, and generous support for his alma mater. Smathers volunteered for the United States Marine Corps during World War II, and served 19 months in the South Pacific, where he rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel.
After a brief career as an Assistant U.S. District Attorney, he was elected to the United States House of Representatives. During his two terms in the House, Smathers was selected one of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of America.
In 1950, he was elected to the United States Senate, where he served three terms until his voluntary retirement in 1969. As a United States Senator, George A. Smathers distinguished himself for leadership in the areas of taxations, finance, and foreign affairs. He was known as the "Senator from Latin America."
A successful attorney and investor, in 1991 he became the largest single benefactor in the history of the University of Florida. On May 1, 1991, the University of Florida Libraries were named the "George A. Smathers Libraries" in his honor.
"The University of Florida was the basis of my achievements and the foundation of my lasting friendships." - George A. Smathers
The George A. Smathers collection holds materials from and related to former US Senator George A. Smathers, who was designated a Great Floridian by the State of Florida in 1994.
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- Accountant II - Subawards
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- Research Development Strategist I
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- Payroll / Procurement Specialist, DSA
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Assistant Director, Licensing Officer
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- Research Development Strategist I
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- Assistant Vice President, and Interim Director
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- Administrative Support Assistant II
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- FLARE Resource Description Specialist - Unit Head
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- Systems Admin / Programmer II
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- Associate Director, Information Services
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- Facilities Operation Specialist
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- Assistant Director, the Hub
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- Finance / Grants Accountant
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- Application Database Administrator I
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- Assistant Director, Business Services
- Ast Director, Accounting, Reporting
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Accountant III - Letter of Credit Draws
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- Associate Director, Tech Licensing
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- Application Database Admin II
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- Human Resources Assistant
Joseph is a Human Resources Assistant in the Libraries Human Resources Office. As the OPS Coordinator, he works closely with departments to recruit students for vacant OPS positions and monitors the employment status of 140+ OPS employees. Joseph has worked in the Smathers Libraries' HR Office for over 10 years.
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- Dean of University Libraries
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- Human Resources Assistant
Juliana is the newest member of the HR team. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Florida and has 4 years of customer service experience. As the Administrative Assistant, Juliana is a central part of the HR Office team. She's the welcoming smile when you call or walk in the HR Office. In addition, she supports the Staff Development and Training Program, faculty specific programs (such as tenure and promotion) and so much more.
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- Research Development Strategist II
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- Grants Accounting Manager
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- Licensing Associate for Hera Lichtenbeld
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- Administrative Assistant I
President Fuchs originally served as president from 2015 to 2023, and was appointed as interim president effective August 1, 2024.
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- Associate Director, Information Services
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- Licensing Associate for Rachel Harding
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- Administrative Assistant III
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- Assistant Director, Licensing Officer
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- Director, Administrative Services
Libby is a dynamic leader who encourages team building, accountability, positivity, and excellence. As the Director of Administrative Services, Libby brings extensive experience in the areas of leadership, finance, and human resources to help the Administrative teams be the premier resource for the Libraries. Using her ability to form strong, positive relationships as well as diplomatic and empathetic communication Libby serves as a champion for all and values helping others recognize and achieve their goals while moving initiatives forward! If you ever want to talk sports, kids, or pets, she's always up for a chat!
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- Administrative Coordinator
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- Associate Director of Library Human Resources
Lily is a service-oriented leader committed to working with individuals and units to create and support healthy workplaces. She leverages her experiences in higher education to serve the unique needs of university employees. Lily earned her Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut, and her B.S. in Environmental Science from the University of South Florida. Previously at UF, Lily was a postdoctoral researcher in the Biology Department, then Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs & Academic Affairs Communication, within the Office of the Provost.
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Application Developer Analyst II
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- Research Development Strategist III
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- Accountant II - Subawards
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Associate Director / Export Control Officer
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- End User Computing Specialist II
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- Assistant Director, Accounting
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- Senior Computer Support Specialist
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- Licensing Associate for Melissa Kuchma
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- Accountant II - Subawards
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- Assistant Director, Licensing Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Marketing & Communications Specialist
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- Director, Information Services
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Licensing Associate for John Byatt
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- Administrative Support Assistant
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- Senior Associate Dean, Scholarly Resources & Services
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Assistant Director, Licensing Officer
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- Assistant Director, Accounting
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- Communications Assistant
- Communications Assistant / University Libraries Committee
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- Assistant Director, Licensing Officer
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- Resource Description Assistant, FLARE
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- Application Developer Analyst
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- Licensing Associate for Lenny Terry
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- Assistant Director, Communications
- Associate Director, Communications
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- Administrative Support Assistant III
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- Accountant III. Accounting, Reporting
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- Sponsored Programs Officer
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- Subaward Manager - Team Lead for Subawards
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- Assistant Vice President
- Director
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- Grants Accounting Manager
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- Accounts Payables / Receivables Specialist
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- Data Management Analyst I
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- Assistant Vice President
- Director
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- Assistant Director, College of Medicine - Jacksonville
Tina is at the heart of all things HR in the Smathers Libraries. She works with managers and search committees to coordinate recruitment and onboarding, and advises employees and managers on matters such as FMLA, other leave options, benefits, retirement, workers compensation, and much more. Tina has been working in an HR capacity in one way or another for about 30 years and has worked in the Smathers Libraries' HR Office for about 15 years.
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- Accountant III - Letter of Credit Draws
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- Administrative Support Assistant I