Research Faculty Economic Liberty Branch; Institute Governance and Civics

Position: Research Faculty I, 12 Month Salaried - Economic Liberty Branch (Institute for Governance and Civics)
Department

Institute for Governance and Civics | Office of the Provost

Responsibilities

The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University seeks candidates for a Research Faculty position to be the head of the IGC's Economic Liberty branch.

The successful candidate will be responsible for interacting with researchers, policymakers, and staff. Responsibilities also include collecting and aggregating data from various sources, executing policy analyses, and possibly designing and carrying out experiments.

The position also involves advising the Director in overseeing and implementing the goals of the Economic Liberty Branch. The successful candidate will assist various PIs affiliated with the IGC in their grant and paper writing where applicable. The successful candidate will plan public meetings and conferences and present research at those and other conferences.

The successful candidate will be expected to show 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates whose research focuses on public economics are preferred, though candidates in other sub-fields will be considered.

Other Information

About the Institute for Governance and Civics:

The Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC) is dedicated to becoming the nation's premier policy institute in creating the next generation of effective citizens and responsible leaders. Established in 2023, the IGC advances constitutional liberty, economic liberty, conscience liberty, and educational liberty through bold research, transformative teaching, and fearless debate.

Contact Info

Ryan Owens

ryan.owens

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 and encourages creativity.

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

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Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

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

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.