Faculty Search Process
At CARTA, our faculty search process aligns with university-wide guidelines and promotes academic excellence and innovation.
Faculty Search Process: Step-by-Step
1. Authorization & Planning (Spring Semester)
- Request faculty position and funding for the search process.
- Approval must be obtained from the Dean.
2. Search Committee Formation
- Nominate search and screen committee members.
- A committee is appointed by the department chair, approved by the Dean.
- Submit request for search committee and recruitment plan approval
3. Complete Required Training & Charge Committee
- All members must complete the required search and screen training provided by FIU HR.
- Charge the search committee
4. Search Committee Meetings (Fall Semester)
- Post public meetings
- Develop position advertisement
- Update recruitment plan
- The position is posted on Careers at FIU for a minimum of 30 days, and relevant academic platforms (e.g., ChronicleVitae, HigherEdJobs).
5. Job Posting
- Post the position advertisement
- Approval and certification of applicant pool by ACE
Application Review
- The committee evaluates candidates based on qualifications, teaching, research, and service experience.
- Long and short lists are developed with clear criteria.
7. Interviews
- Finalists are invited for on-campus interviews, which include:
- Teaching demo
- Research presentation
- Meetings with faculty, students, and leadership
8. Recommendation & Offer
- Committee submits a hiring recommendation to the Chair/Dean.
- Offer is extended by the Dean’s Office, pending final approvals.
9. Onboarding
- New faculty complete onboarding with support from HR and Faculty Affairs.
- Orientation includes resources on teaching, research, and university policies.
Note: All searches must comply with FIU’s policies and state/federal laws.