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Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is jointly operated by the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and Cornell University. SML offers outstanding experiential, place-based education focused on understanding and sustaining our marine environment. Adjunct faculty at SML are experts in their field of study and help inspire the next generation of students towards careers in marine and environmental science and sustainability. All SML programs are infused with our ethos of responsible natural resource use and management, valuing scientific and community collaboration, and public service.
Teaching assistants will live in residence at SML, located on Appledore Island, Maine. Employment for this position is being offered within the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering at UNH. This position is contingent on SML meeting course enrollment targets. Decisions to cancel credit courses are at the sole discretion of SML and will be made on a rolling basis. The position is also contingent upon successful completion of a background check process.
Duties/Responsibilities
Teaching assistants will be expected to follow the teaching plan established by your course faculty.
Tasks will include, but not be limited to:
- Assist course faculty with all aspects of delivering the course curriculum
- Assume the lead in preparing for field trips and lab exercises
- Assist SML staff with daily and weekly program-related duties that include stocking labs and classrooms
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:
- Academic experience in the subject matter. Associated field and/or lab experience is preferred but not required.
- Provide supervision and support to students in the classroom and lab.
- Help with administrative tasks that may include grading, record keeping, collections management
- Assist SML staff with creating a supportive learning environment for all students
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of the subject matter
- Relevant field experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage time, materials and tasks efficiently
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- BA or BS in subject matter area preferred but not required
COMPENSATION PAY RANGE
$700/Weekly
The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
EEO STATEMENT
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here:
LOCATION
Durham
SALARY GRADE
Period Activity
INTRODUCTION
Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is jointly operated by the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and Cornell University. SML offers outstanding experiential, place-based education focused on understanding and sustaining our marine environment. Adjunct faculty at SML are experts in their field of study and help inspire the next generation of students towards careers in marine and environmental science and sustainability. All SML programs are infused with our ethos of responsible natural resource use and management, valuing scientific and community collaboration, and public service.
Teaching assistants will live in residence at SML, located on Appledore Island, Maine. Employment for this position is being offered within the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering at UNH. This position is contingent on SML meeting course enrollment targets. Decisions to cancel credit courses are at the sole discretion of SML and will be made on a rolling basis. The position is also contingent upon successful completion of a background check process.
Duties/Responsibilities
Teaching assistants will be expected to follow the teaching plan established by your course faculty.
Tasks will include, but not be limited to:
- Assist course faculty with all aspects of delivering the course curriculum
- Assume the lead in preparing for field trips and lab exercises
- Assist SML staff with daily and weekly program-related duties that include stocking labs and classrooms
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:
- Academic experience in the subject matter. Associated field and/or lab experience is preferred but not required.
- Provide supervision and support to students in the classroom and lab.
- Help with administrative tasks that may include grading, record keeping, collections management
- Assist SML staff with creating a supportive learning environment for all students
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of the subject matter
- Relevant field experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage time, materials and tasks efficiently
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- BA or BS in subject matter area preferred but not required
COMPENSATION PAY RANGE
$700/Weekly
The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
EEO STATEMENT
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here:
LOCATION
Durham
SALARY GRADE
Period Activity
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Credential your degree for U.S. academic standards
Many Teaching roles at UNH require credentials evaluated against U.S. academic equivalencies. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before you apply so hiring committees can assess your qualifications without delay.
Target departments with recurring international hires
UNH's STEM, engineering, and social science departments consistently recruit internationally for Teaching positions. Review faculty listings by department to identify where international hires are most concentrated, then tailor your application materials to those specific programs.
Understand how PERM affects your Teaching offer
Tenure-track Teaching roles at UNH may qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship via PERM. The DOL's PERM process requires the university to document that no qualified U.S. workers were available, so the job posting and recruitment period directly affect your green card timeline.
Browse UNH Teaching roles on Migrate Mate
Filter Teaching openings at UNH by visa type on Migrate Mate to see which positions align with your sponsorship eligibility. This saves you from applying to roles where the sponsorship pathway doesn't match your current visa status or timeline.
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Does University of New Hampshire sponsor H-1B visas for Teaching roles?
Yes, University of New Hampshire sponsors H-1B visas for Teaching positions that qualify as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Faculty and instructional roles typically meet this threshold. UNH's international services office coordinates the filing with USCIS, and the university generally covers required filing fees for sponsored positions.
Which visa types are commonly used for Teaching roles at University of New Hampshire?
H-1B is the most common work visa for Teaching roles at UNH, particularly for tenure-track and full-time instructional positions. J-1 Exchange Visitor visas are also widely used for visiting faculty and research scholars. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying Teaching occupations, and OPT or CPT can bridge recent graduates into initial roles.
What qualifications are expected for Teaching positions at University of New Hampshire?
Most Teaching roles at UNH require a terminal degree in the relevant discipline, typically a Ph.D. or equivalent for tenure-track faculty positions. Instructional and lecturer roles may accept a master's degree plus demonstrated teaching experience. For visa sponsorship purposes, your credentials must directly align with the academic subject you'll be teaching, which USCIS scrutinizes during H-1B adjudication.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at University of New Hampshire?
Teaching positions at UNH are posted on the university's careers portal and on Migrate Mate, where you can filter by visa sponsorship eligibility. Applications typically require a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, and reference contacts. For sponsored roles, the offer process involves UNH's international services office confirming your visa pathway before the official appointment is finalized.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Teaching role at UNH?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B sponsorship for a cap-subject position must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start, so UNH needs to extend an offer several months in advance. TN visas for eligible nationals can be processed at the border with same-day approval. J-1 sponsorship through UNH typically takes four to six weeks once the DS-2019 is issued.
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