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Associate Professor roles at U.S. universities are among the most common pathways to employment-based green card sponsorship. Most positions qualify under EB-2 or EB-3, with the employer filing PERM labor certification through DOL before petitioning USCIS. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the process early matters.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition: Assistant Professor, Mathematics (full-time; regular; non-tenure track)
Department: Math and Natural Science
Reports To: Dean of Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
Marian University is a Catholic applied liberal arts community that values diverse spiritual traditions. Sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Agnes, Marian University engages students in the education of the whole person. We embrace justice and compassion to transform lives for professional service and leadership in the global community.
Marian University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor and Program Director in Mathematics, starting August 2027. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, student engagement and research, as well as service to the college and community. Marian University is an institution that values innovative teaching, advising and mentoring.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach courses in undergraduate mathematics. Courses are mostly delivered in a face-to-face, in-person format on our Fond du Lac, WI Campus.
- Ability to teach a majority of the following courses: basic algebra, math for elementary teachers, business math, college algebra, trigonometry, calculus (I, II, III), statistics, linear algebra, differential calculus, real analysis, topology, college geometry, abstract mathematics, abstract algebra, and various electives. Experience with instruction in mathematics education (K-12) is a plus but not required.
- Maintain appropriate academic status updates, attendance, assessments, and records on students.
- Strictly honor the privacy, security, and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to state, federal, and college regulations, policies and procedures.
- Timely communication with students.
- Participation in Department and University professional development, program development, and collaborative meetings.
- Submission of assessment of student learning data.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's in Mathematics
Preferred qualifications include:
- Master’s with an emphasis in math education.
- At least 3 years of teaching experience.
- Ph.D. in mathematics.
- Experience in learning management system platforms.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $57,000
Along with your application, please submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial copies of transcripts, and the names, email address and telephone numbers of three references.
Review of files will begin immediately and continue until available positions are filled.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Transforming lives through academic excellence, innovation and leadership. Marian University is a community committed to learning, dedicated to service and social justice, and joined together by spiritual traditions.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the receipt of criminal background and reference check information; and the determination that the candidate remains eligible and suitable for employment.
Position: Assistant Professor, Mathematics (full-time; regular; non-tenure track)
Department: Math and Natural Science
Reports To: Dean of Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
Marian University is a Catholic applied liberal arts community that values diverse spiritual traditions. Sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Agnes, Marian University engages students in the education of the whole person. We embrace justice and compassion to transform lives for professional service and leadership in the global community.
Marian University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor and Program Director in Mathematics, starting August 2027. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, student engagement and research, as well as service to the college and community. Marian University is an institution that values innovative teaching, advising and mentoring.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach courses in undergraduate mathematics. Courses are mostly delivered in a face-to-face, in-person format on our Fond du Lac, WI Campus.
- Ability to teach a majority of the following courses: basic algebra, math for elementary teachers, business math, college algebra, trigonometry, calculus (I, II, III), statistics, linear algebra, differential calculus, real analysis, topology, college geometry, abstract mathematics, abstract algebra, and various electives. Experience with instruction in mathematics education (K-12) is a plus but not required.
- Maintain appropriate academic status updates, attendance, assessments, and records on students.
- Strictly honor the privacy, security, and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to state, federal, and college regulations, policies and procedures.
- Timely communication with students.
- Participation in Department and University professional development, program development, and collaborative meetings.
- Submission of assessment of student learning data.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's in Mathematics
Preferred qualifications include:
- Master’s with an emphasis in math education.
- At least 3 years of teaching experience.
- Ph.D. in mathematics.
- Experience in learning management system platforms.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $57,000
Along with your application, please submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial copies of transcripts, and the names, email address and telephone numbers of three references.
Review of files will begin immediately and continue until available positions are filled.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Transforming lives through academic excellence, innovation and leadership. Marian University is a community committed to learning, dedicated to service and social justice, and joined together by spiritual traditions.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the receipt of criminal background and reference check information; and the determination that the candidate remains eligible and suitable for employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Associate Professor
Document your degree equivalency early
If your terminal degree comes from a non-U.S. institution, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. PERM filings require clear evidence that your degree meets the position's minimum requirements, and gaps here can delay DOL certification.
Target R1 and R2 research universities first
Research-intensive universities file PERM petitions far more routinely than teaching-focused colleges. Institutions with active federal grants and tenure-track hiring pipelines have established HR processes for sponsoring foreign nationals through EB-2 and EB-3.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. universities and research institutions with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This saves time by surfacing employers already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process for academic positions.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target institution and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. PERM requires the employer to pay at or above the prevailing wage, and the wage level (I through IV) affects both your offer and the strength of the PERM filing.
Ask about the PERM recruitment record during the offer stage
PERM requires the employer to complete a formal recruitment test and document that no qualified U.S. worker was available. Ask HR whether they've completed this step or are starting it, since the recruitment window must precede the DOL filing and can add months to your timeline.
Track your priority date if you're from India or China
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status or proceed with consular processing. Nationals of India and China face significant per-country backlogs under EB-2 and EB-3, so monitor the monthly Visa Bulletin closely.
Green Card Associate Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for Associate Professors differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL, documenting a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test before filing an I-140 with USCIS. H-1B visa is a nonimmigrant visa with a fixed term; green card sponsorship has no expiration once approved.
Do Associate Professor roles typically qualify under EB-2 or EB-3?
Most tenure-track and tenured Associate Professor positions qualify under EB-2, since they require an advanced degree. Visiting or adjunct roles with a bachelor's degree minimum and at least two years of experience may fall under EB-3 instead. The PERM filing category depends on the employer's stated minimum requirements for the position, not your personal credentials.
How long does the PERM process take for academic employers?
DOL does not publish fixed timelines, and processing varies based on application volume and whether DOL selects the case for audit. After DOL certifies the PERM, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS. Your ability to file for adjustment of status or consular processing then depends on your priority date and the monthly Visa Bulletin.
Where can I find Associate Professor positions at universities that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Filtering for academic institutions lets you identify universities already experienced with PERM and I-140 filings for faculty positions, which significantly reduces risk during the sponsorship conversation.
Can I change universities after my I-140 is approved?
AC21 job portability allows you to change employers once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your priority date from an approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, preserving your place in the queue.