Job Details Job Title: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried - Comparative Politics Location: Tallahassee, FL Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 63229 Department Department of Political Science - College of Social Sciences & Public Policy Responsibilities The Department of Political Science in the College of Social Sciences & Public Policy at Florida State University seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position to begin in Fall 2027. We seek…
candidates whose research focuses on comparative politics. The search is open with respect to specialization within the comparative politics subfield. Must be able to offer undergraduate and doctoral level courses in Comparative Politics. Qualifications Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Political Science or a related discipline by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Successful candidates are expected to add to the department’s strengths in quantitative, experimental, and/or formal methods. Contact Info Professor Quintin Beazer 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! Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses . FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs. Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks. How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita. Applicants should submit: A letter of application indicating research and teaching interests A curriculum vitae Writing samples Three letters of recommendations A graduate school transcript Confidential Letters of Reference: This position requires that you have three confidential professional letters of recommendation submitted on your behalf. Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system: After submitting your application, click the Explore Jobs link; Click the My References link; Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position; and Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests. 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. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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