Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership and Policy, 9 Month Salaried - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies - Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies in the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

• Engaging in a well-defined scholarship agenda with clear connections to K-12 educational policy and/or transitions to higher education.
• Teaching graduate courses in our online EdD program related to educational policy and/or research methods;
• Advising graduate students in the online EdD program and other programs as requested;
• Serving on student graduate committees, including chairing EdD student dissertations;
• Providing service to the university, the department, the college, and the profession;
• Developing and submitting grant proposals to funding agencies.

• Earned doctorate in educational leadership, educational policy, or related education and/or social science disciplines;
• Evidence of high-quality scholarship (e.g., recent publications in peer-reviewed journals, working papers, recent presentations at national or international conferences);
• Commitment to and experience working with students of various backgrounds;
• Ability to teach educational leadership and policy courses and/or research methods courses;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Expertise in qualitative research methods
• Experience with mentorship, in preparation for chairing EdD student dissertations;
• Experience with online teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.  
• Experience with teaching or training in research design courses (literature review, prospectus development, applied qualitative methods, etc.);
• Potential for success in garnering external funding for research.

The Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS) in the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences at Florida State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-earning assistant professor position. We seek a colleague committed to research, mentorship, teaching, and advising. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in ongoing research in well-defined scholarship areas with clear connections to K-12 educational policy, advise professional doctoral students in our online EdD program, chair EdD dissertation committees, contribute to academic service, and apply for external funding to support new research projects. 

ELPS strives to develop a deep understanding of, and respect for, our students and colleagues. The Department enrolls a sizable population of students in online EdD and master’s/specialist degree programs, in-person PhD and master’s programs, and hosts a program evaluation certificate program. We seek a colleague who is committed to and capable of effectively educating students across multiple programs, with a particular focus on advising EdD students. 

For more information about the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, visit: https://annescollege.fsu.edu/.

For more information about the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, visit: https://annescollege.fsu.edu/elps. 

The roots of FSU’s Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences date back to the university’s establishment, and it is the oldest college of its kind in Florida. The College is home to six academic departments united through a common goal to maximize human potential. In total, the College includes the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Department of Educational Psychology & Learning Systems, Department of Human Development & Family Sciences, Department of Health, Nutrition & Food Sciences, Department of Sport Management, School of Teacher Education, numerous research centers, and three laboratory schools (Florida State University School, FSU Pembroke Pines Charter School, and The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City). Anne’s College serves over 4,000 students via approximately 200 full-time faculty and nearly 80 full-time staff.

For more information about the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences visit: https://annescollege.fsu.edu/.

Search Committee Co-chairs:

Erica Harbatkin and Eric Ludwig

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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Review of candidates will begin October 9, 2026 and will continue until filled. We urge interested candidates to submit materials as soon as possible.

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