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The Florida State University College of Law, in conjunction with the Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC), seeks up to two Visiting Assistant Professors (VAP), to begin in the 2026–2027 academic year. The College is located in the heart of downtown Tallahassee – the capital of the nation’s third largest state – across the street from the Florida Supreme Court and one block from the Florida Capitol.
The College and IGC are seeking scholar-teachers interested in future appointment as tenure-track members of a law faculty. This VAP is an opportunity for individuals coming from clerkships, fellowships, or legal practice to enhance their CV with close faculty mentorship in preparation for entering the academic market.
Subject areas of particular interest include: First Amendment law, law and economics, administrative law, business law, criminal law, and legal history. Individuals with any area of scholarly and teaching interest will be considered, however. The expectation is that this will be a two-year position but there will be a review after the first year. The College expects that VAPs produce at least one work of original scholarship with guidance and mentoring from FSU Law faculty members over the course of the two-year position. Each visitor will teach one class in the second semester of the first year and teach that course and a second course during the second year if the position is renewed. Courses will be selected in coordination with Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and subject to curricular approval by the Curriculum Committee. VAPs are welcome to attend all faculty activities open to visiting professors, including faculty workshops and conferences.
Each VAP will have at least one opportunity to present a paper in the faculty workshop series. VAPs will be expected to engage in some IGC programming. They will also receive a supplementary research budget to travel to conferences and other academic expenses.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Contact Info
Ryan J. Owens, J.D., Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science, Florida State University
Director, Florida Institute for Governance and Civics
E-mail: 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 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!
Anticipated Salary Range
The anticipated starting salary for this position is $85,000.
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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. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Job ID: 61158
Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Please include the following materials with your application:
• 1–2 page research agenda
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Short-listed candidates will also be asked to produce an academic or professional writing sample
Considerations
This is a Visiting 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.