Meet the Team
Judith D. Ochrietor, Ph.D. | Director
j.ochrietor@unf.edu | Building 1, Suite 1501
Judith D. Ochrietor, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Biology. As a cell and molecular biochemist, her research interests include cellular metabolism of the nervous system and the immune system. She has trained undergraduate and graduate students through her research program, with most of those students matriculating in graduate and professional programs. Dr. O and her students have presented their research on the UNF campus, at regional conferences, international conferences, and in peer-reviewed scientific journals. In addition to research and mentoring activities, Dr. O is dedicated to professional service and community outreach programs.
Kaitlyn Minnicks, M.S. | Coordinator
k.minnicks@unf.edu | Building 1, Room 1503
Kaitlyn Minnicks is the coordinator for the Office of Undergraduate Research (O.U.R.). She is a proud double Osprey, as she graduated from UNF in 2021 with dual degrees in psychology (B.S.) and criminal justice (B.A.) and again in 2025 with an M.S. in Higher Education Administration. During her time as an undergraduate, Kaitlyn worked as a student employee for the O.U.R., participated in psychology undergraduate research, and was a summer research intern for the UNF Office of Faculty Excellence. Now, in addition to supporting undergraduate researchers at UNF, she also serves as the treasurer for the Florida Undergraduate Research Association's (FURA) Executive Board. In her free time, she enjoys trying new local restaurants, taking her dog to the dog park, traveling, catching up on tv shows, and spending time with loved ones.