Job Title: Research Director for Election Law Center (12 Month Salaried)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 58472
Department
Florida State University College of Law
Responsibilities
The Research Director of the College of Law Election Law Center will be responsible for conducting and overseeing the Center’s empirical and statistical research projects and preparing reports and articles to disseminate the results of this research to academic, governmental, and public audiences. The Director will be involved in developing methodologies for conducing the Center’s studies, obtaining the necessary data, and conducting rigorous statistical analysis.
The research the Director will oversee focuses on various election administration issues and legal questions relating to the electoral process. For example, the Center seeks to compare expert witness predictions concerning the likely impact of changes to election-related rules and procedures on metrics such as voter registration or turnout to the actual results of those legal provisions (when they are allowed to take effect). This study will help determine the accuracy and reliability of various methodologies, models, data sets, and statistical techniques frequently employed in election-related litigation. Likewise, the Center seeks to update earlier studies concerning the accuracy of information contained within voter registration databases and the inclusion of ineligible registrants, particularly in light of the rise of automatic voter registration, online registration, and interstate systems facilitating the exchange of voter information among certain states. From a qualitative perspective, the Center will also examine differences among states’ laws governing provisional ballots and canvassing.
Additionally, the Research Director will assist the Executive Director of the Election Law Center in cultivating and sustaining external and internal partnerships to advance the Center’s short-term and long-term goals.
Qualifications
- A PhD in political science, mathematics, or statistics is required. Applicants with PhDs in public administration, public policy, economics, or related fields will be considered on a case-by-case basis if they have extensive training and experience with statistical analysis and empirical research.
- Background in quantitative and statistical analysis.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- A collaborative and solutions-focused mentality.
Preferred Qualifications A Juris Doctor degree is desirable. Contact Info
Maureen Wagner Vinson
Executive Director of Election Law Program
Florida State University College of Law
Mwagner3@law.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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Anticipated Salary Range
The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000-negotiable, depending upon experience. This is a soft money funded position, with renewal based on available funds, and the needs of the College of Law and University.
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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. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via 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.
Qualified and interested applicants should apply by December 11, 2024.
Considerations
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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