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Instructor roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when they require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like education, curriculum design, or a subject-specific discipline. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it practical for Australians building a long-term teaching or training career stateside.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
The Mass General Brigham Department of Psychiatry has a full-time position available for a Research Scientist in the Center for School Behavioral Health (CSBH). CSBH’s mission is to transform youth behavioral health by advancing scalable, sustainable, and equitable prevention and early intervention strategies integrated into K-12 educational settings. Our work spans rigorous research, real-world practice partnerships with hundreds of schools, workforce development, mental health and substance use training, and policy engagement to improve student outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Under the general supervision of the Director, Program Director, and Principal Investigators of the Center for School Behavioral Health (CSBH), the Research Scientist is an interdisciplinary role that requires strong data processing and statistical analysis skills. Working independently and with minimal supervision, he or she will be responsible for fulfilling the computational and data integrity needs of the center and leading the rest of the programming team. The candidate will be responsible for conducting data processing and statistical analyses to support research and program evaluation, including programming and managing analytic workflows. He or she will be expected to possess intermediate knowledge of and to abide by modern information security standards. The candidate will also be expected to have experience with clinical research and to uphold human subjects research federal regulations. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be appointed as an instructor at Harvard Medical School. The teaching/supervision responsibilities will involve instructing and supervising post-doctoral fellows, programmers, and clinical research coordinators in psychometrics and quantitative methods. Ideal candidates will have a willingness to learn, will act professionally, and will communicate effectively. The position requires excellent organizational skill and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with fluctuating deadlines. It is also important that candidates possess an interest in the work of the Center for School Behavioral Health and an interest in working with human subjects on a diverse team of scientists and support staff. The Research Scientist will be provided with resources for education and training opportunities, which are available and encouraged but not required for the position. Primary appointment will be in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biostatistics, cognitive science, neuroscience, bioinformatics, data science, or related science. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of, and commitment to, upholding the protections and federal regulations surrounding human subject research. Strong computer and programming skills with scripting language experience (e.g. R, Python, MATLAB) are required. Familiarity with a wide variety of software tools for data collection and analysis such as (in order of importance): R, shell scripting, git/GitHub/GitLab, MATLAB, Python, PsychoPy, FSL, FreeSurfer, and HTML/CSS/web design is beneficial.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit the following materials as a single PDF to CSBH Associate Director Dr. Nicole DeTore at ndetore@mgh.harvard.edu:
- Cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in school behavioral health.
- Current CV.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
REMOTE TYPE
Remote
WORK LOCATION
55 Fruit Street
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
The Mass General Brigham Department of Psychiatry has a full-time position available for a Research Scientist in the Center for School Behavioral Health (CSBH). CSBH’s mission is to transform youth behavioral health by advancing scalable, sustainable, and equitable prevention and early intervention strategies integrated into K-12 educational settings. Our work spans rigorous research, real-world practice partnerships with hundreds of schools, workforce development, mental health and substance use training, and policy engagement to improve student outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Under the general supervision of the Director, Program Director, and Principal Investigators of the Center for School Behavioral Health (CSBH), the Research Scientist is an interdisciplinary role that requires strong data processing and statistical analysis skills. Working independently and with minimal supervision, he or she will be responsible for fulfilling the computational and data integrity needs of the center and leading the rest of the programming team. The candidate will be responsible for conducting data processing and statistical analyses to support research and program evaluation, including programming and managing analytic workflows. He or she will be expected to possess intermediate knowledge of and to abide by modern information security standards. The candidate will also be expected to have experience with clinical research and to uphold human subjects research federal regulations. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be appointed as an instructor at Harvard Medical School. The teaching/supervision responsibilities will involve instructing and supervising post-doctoral fellows, programmers, and clinical research coordinators in psychometrics and quantitative methods. Ideal candidates will have a willingness to learn, will act professionally, and will communicate effectively. The position requires excellent organizational skill and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with fluctuating deadlines. It is also important that candidates possess an interest in the work of the Center for School Behavioral Health and an interest in working with human subjects on a diverse team of scientists and support staff. The Research Scientist will be provided with resources for education and training opportunities, which are available and encouraged but not required for the position. Primary appointment will be in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biostatistics, cognitive science, neuroscience, bioinformatics, data science, or related science. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of, and commitment to, upholding the protections and federal regulations surrounding human subject research. Strong computer and programming skills with scripting language experience (e.g. R, Python, MATLAB) are required. Familiarity with a wide variety of software tools for data collection and analysis such as (in order of importance): R, shell scripting, git/GitHub/GitLab, MATLAB, Python, PsychoPy, FSL, FreeSurfer, and HTML/CSS/web design is beneficial.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit the following materials as a single PDF to CSBH Associate Director Dr. Nicole DeTore at ndetore@mgh.harvard.edu:
- Cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in school behavioral health.
- Current CV.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
REMOTE TYPE
Remote
WORK LOCATION
55 Fruit Street
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Instructor
Verify your degree field aligns precisely
Instructor roles must qualify as specialty occupations under E-3 visa rules, meaning your degree needs to match the subject or discipline you'll teach. A general arts degree won't support a technical training role, so confirm the match before applying.
Target employers with existing LCA history
Universities, corporate training firms, and vocational colleges that have filed Labor Condition Applications before are far more likely to sponsor you. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify institutions already familiar with the E-3 process for instructional staff.
Address specialty occupation in your cover letter
Many U.S. hiring managers don't know the E-3 requires the role to meet specialty occupation criteria. Proactively frame your Instructor position around its degree requirements in your application materials so the employer understands what the sponsorship conversation will involve.
Get your credentials formally evaluated early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but having a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body ready before interviews removes a common employer hesitation about sponsoring overseas qualifications.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The Labor Condition Application must be DOL-certified before your visa appointment, and errors delay the entire process. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation so nothing falls through between offer and approval.
Negotiate the visa filing timeline into your offer
E-3 consulate processing in Australia typically runs two to four weeks once the LCA is certified. Build that window into your start date conversation with the employer so they're not expecting you on campus within days of signing.
E-3 Visa Instructor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Instructor jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most Instructor postings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship directly, so standard job searches often miss willing employers. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals and surfaces Instructor roles at employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, saving you from cold outreach to employers who have never sponsored before.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Instructor role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field relevant to the instruction. A role teaching software engineering, curriculum design, or subject-specific content at a college or corporate training center typically qualifies. A general facilitator role with no defined degree requirement is harder to support and may draw scrutiny.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Instructor positions?
The E-3 is available year-round with no lottery, no numerical cap, and no filing season to wait for. H-1B visa registration opens once a year in March with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For Australians, the E-3 means you can accept an Instructor offer any month and begin the filing process immediately rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B slot.
Can I switch from one Instructor employer to another on an E-3?
Yes, but each employer change requires a fresh E-3 process. Your current employer's LCA and visa stamp are tied to that specific position and worksite. When you move to a new institution, the new employer files a new LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp, which means another consulate appointment in Australia.