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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Adjunct Instructor of Electrical Engineering
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Engineering
Department: UNT-Electrical Engineering-130320
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: Varies based on assignment
Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Department of Electrical Engineering combines hands-on research, engaging faculty, and top-of-the-line facilities to provide students with the best education. The department's multidisciplinary coursework gives students opportunities to solve problems by working with other engineering experts. The department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering programs.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The Department of Electrical Engineering seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. The specific courses involved may vary from semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.
Some of the anticipated needs are for EENG 1910 Intro to Electrical Engineering, EENG 2610 Circuit Analysis, EENG 2620 Signals and Systems, EENG 2710 Digital Logic Design, EENG 3410 Engineering Electromagnetics, and EENG 5810 Digital Communications.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in discipline is preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
Title: Adjunct Instructor of Electrical Engineering
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Engineering
Department: UNT-Electrical Engineering-130320
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: Varies based on assignment
Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Department of Electrical Engineering combines hands-on research, engaging faculty, and top-of-the-line facilities to provide students with the best education. The department's multidisciplinary coursework gives students opportunities to solve problems by working with other engineering experts. The department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering programs.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The Department of Electrical Engineering seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. The specific courses involved may vary from semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.
Some of the anticipated needs are for EENG 1910 Intro to Electrical Engineering, EENG 2610 Circuit Analysis, EENG 2620 Signals and Systems, EENG 2710 Digital Logic Design, EENG 3410 Engineering Electromagnetics, and EENG 5810 Digital Communications.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in discipline is preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Adjunct Instructor
Match your credentials to the right EB category
Adjunct roles requiring a master's degree or higher typically qualify for EB-2, while those requiring only a bachelor's degree fall under EB-3. Confirm which category applies before you apply so your credential documents align with the PERM filing from day one.
Target institutions with active PERM filing history
Community colleges and regional universities sponsor foreign faculty more regularly than small private institutions. Search DOL PERM disclosure data by institution name and SOC code 25-1099 to identify schools that have filed for instructors in your discipline within the last two years.
Ask HR about the recruitment documentation requirement
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. workers were available for the role. Adjunct hiring moves fast, so ask HR early whether they can run a compliant recruitment campaign alongside your hire to satisfy DOL requirements without reposting the position months later.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring adjunct employers
Adjunct sponsorship opportunities rarely surface through generic job searches. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Adjunct Instructor roles at institutions with green card sponsorship history, so you're applying where a PERM pathway already exists rather than negotiating it from scratch.
Secure a foreign credential evaluation before PERM begins
If your degree was earned outside the U.S., DOL requires a credential equivalency evaluation as part of the PERM record. Get a NACES-member evaluation completed before your employer files, since delays at this stage can stall the entire labor certification process.
Understand the priority date backlog for your country
EB-2 and EB-3 priority dates vary significantly by country of birth. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting a role, especially if you're from India or China, where multi-year backlogs can separate PERM approval from actual green card issuance.
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Find Adjunct Instructor JobsAdjunct Instructor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an adjunct instructor position qualify for a green card?
Yes, provided the position meets the DOL's specialty occupation standard and the employer is willing to sponsor. Most adjunct roles requiring a master's degree qualify under EB-2; those requiring a bachelor's degree fall under EB-3. The employer must complete PERM labor certification, file an I-140 petition, and the employee must complete adjustment of status or consular processing.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for adjunct instructors?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that requires renewal every few years. There's no annual lottery for EB-3, and EB-2 has no cap concerns for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM-to-green-card process typically takes two to five years, compared to H-1B status that can begin within months of selection.
Which institutions are most likely to sponsor adjunct instructors for a green card?
Public community colleges, state university systems, and research universities with established international faculty programs are the most active PERM sponsors for instructors. Smaller private colleges and for-profit institutions sponsor less frequently. You can identify active sponsors by reviewing DOL PERM disclosure data filtered by SOC code 25-1099, which covers postsecondary teachers broadly.
Where can I find adjunct instructor jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Adjunct Instructor roles at institutions with green card sponsorship history, filtering out employers who have never filed PERM. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a school won't support permanent residency sponsorship for adjunct-level hires.
Does a part-time adjunct position qualify for PERM sponsorship?
DOL generally requires the sponsored position to be a permanent, full-time role for PERM eligibility. Part-time adjunct contracts, which are common in U.S. higher education, typically don't meet this standard. If your institution wants to sponsor you, you'll usually need a full-time appointment or a conversion to a continuing lecturer or assistant professor line before PERM can be filed.
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