Research Faculty I,12 Month Salaried - K-12 Education Research (Institute for Governance and Civics)

The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University seeks candidates for a Research Faculty position in the area of K-12 education research to be the head of the IGC’s Education Research branch (Research Faculty I,12 Month Salaried). Candidates must have substantive expertise in K-12 education and methodological skills to examine topics quantitatively.

The successful candidate will be responsible for interacting with administrators, policymakers, school board officials, teachers, and other education stakeholders. The successful candidate will plan public meetings and conferences, and present research at those and other conferences.

Responsibilities also will include collecting and aggregating data from various sources, estimating regression models and other empirical analyses, and designing and carrying out experiments.

The position also involves advising the Director on research questions and methods, and assisting various PIs affiliated with the IGC in their grant and paper writing.

We are open to candidates from various mathematical and social science backgrounds, such as statistics, political science, public policy, economics, and related fields.

The successful candidate will be expected to show a commitment to the mission of enhancing civic awareness as well as a readiness to contribute to the intellectual life and programmatic development of the IGC.

Qualifications
Academic doctorate or highest-level terminal degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties.

Contact Info
Ryan Owens - ryan.owens@fsu.edu

University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. Search for JOB ID #59011, Research Faculty I,12 Month Salaried - K-12 Education Research (Institute for Governance and Civics). If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants must apply no later than 11/20/2024. Review of applications will begin 11/21/2024. Anticipated start date is December 2024.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations
This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

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