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Professor of Rhetoric roles at U.S. universities can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Most academic hiring cycles align naturally with PERM timelines, and many departments have handled faculty green card filings before. Confirming sponsorship early in the offer stage protects your candidacy.
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Engineering Technology
Requisition
202600057F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experiences. This is a nine-month position.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Open Date
05/01/2026
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Michael Dakeev - Search Committee Chair
Title
Sam Houston State University
Department of Engineering Technology
Box 2088
Huntsville TX 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936-249-1201
Contact Email
dakeev@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Teach lab-based and online courses, support undergraduate research, and contribute to the enhancement of the Engineering Design Technology program through curriculum development, lab improvement, and participation in accreditation efforts (e.g., SACSCOC, ABET, ATMAE).
This is a temporary position for one year only. Teaching the equivalent of 24 credit hours annually, roughly 12 credit hours per semester. Possibility of renewal, depends on funding availability.
Educational Requirements for the Position
An earned Masters degree, or ABD/PhD (preferred) by August 2026, in Engineering Technology with Design & Development emphasis, Engineering Design, Industrial Engineering with Engineering Design & Technology emphasis, Industrial/Engineering Technology with Product or Architectural design emphasis, Architecture/Architectural Technology or Engineering, or other closely related fields.
Experience Required for the Position
Desired areas of interest include product design and development, engineering design and technology, industrial design, manufacturing and production systems, architectural design, or other subjects related to engineering design and development. Excellent communication skills are required. Applicant must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Three years of design industry, college teaching experiences are preferred.
Other Requirements for the Position
Excellent communication skills are required. Applicant must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Special Instructions Summary
Electronically submit the following: letter of interest, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research and goals, official transcripts of all university work, names and contact information of three references. (Three recommendation letters required before campus interviews).
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Engineering Technology
Requisition
202600057F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experiences. This is a nine-month position.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Open Date
05/01/2026
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Michael Dakeev - Search Committee Chair
Title
Sam Houston State University
Department of Engineering Technology
Box 2088
Huntsville TX 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936-249-1201
Contact Email
dakeev@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Teach lab-based and online courses, support undergraduate research, and contribute to the enhancement of the Engineering Design Technology program through curriculum development, lab improvement, and participation in accreditation efforts (e.g., SACSCOC, ABET, ATMAE).
This is a temporary position for one year only. Teaching the equivalent of 24 credit hours annually, roughly 12 credit hours per semester. Possibility of renewal, depends on funding availability.
Educational Requirements for the Position
An earned Masters degree, or ABD/PhD (preferred) by August 2026, in Engineering Technology with Design & Development emphasis, Engineering Design, Industrial Engineering with Engineering Design & Technology emphasis, Industrial/Engineering Technology with Product or Architectural design emphasis, Architecture/Architectural Technology or Engineering, or other closely related fields.
Experience Required for the Position
Desired areas of interest include product design and development, engineering design and technology, industrial design, manufacturing and production systems, architectural design, or other subjects related to engineering design and development. Excellent communication skills are required. Applicant must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Three years of design industry, college teaching experiences are preferred.
Other Requirements for the Position
Excellent communication skills are required. Applicant must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Special Instructions Summary
Electronically submit the following: letter of interest, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research and goals, official transcripts of all university work, names and contact information of three references. (Three recommendation letters required before campus interviews).
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Professor of Rhetoric
Document your teaching and publication record early
Rhetoric faculty PERM cases often hinge on demonstrating a specialized degree-to-role match. Compile syllabi, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations before the job search so your credential file is ready when an employer requests it.
Target departments with tenured international faculty
Universities that have previously sponsored foreign-born faculty through PERM are far more likely to have institutional infrastructure for the filing. Ask the hiring committee directly whether the department has completed EB-2 or EB-3 petitions for faculty in the past.
Search green-card-sponsoring academic employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Professor of Rhetoric job listings by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to departments that have never filed a PERM case for a faculty role.
Clarify PERM timing before signing your offer letter
PERM labor certification can take 12 to 18 months or longer before the I-140 stage even begins. Negotiate a clear written commitment from your employer to initiate the PERM process within your first year of employment.
Verify the prevailing wage for your rank and location
DOL sets prevailing wage levels by job zone and geography. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the DOL wage level for Rhetoric faculty at your specific institution before your employer files the PERM application.
Understand how EB-2 NIW applies to rhetoric research
If your scholarly work addresses a topic of national importance, such as civic discourse or public communication policy, a National Interest Waiver petition lets you self-petition under EB-2 without employer-sponsored PERM, bypassing the standard labor certification requirement entirely.
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Find Professor of Rhetoric JobsProfessor of Rhetoric Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Professor of Rhetoric role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most tenure-track and visiting Professor of Rhetoric positions qualify for EB-2 because they require a specialized doctoral degree in rhetoric, communication, or a closely related field. Roles requiring only a master's degree may fall under EB-3 instead. The exact classification depends on the minimum requirements stated in the job posting, which USCIS will scrutinize during the I-140 stage.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a rhetoric faculty position?
Unlike the H-1B, employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residency with no annual renewal requirement. There is no lottery for EB-2 or EB-3 petitions, and for most countries there is no significant backlog at those preference levels. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status process typically runs two to four years from start to finish.
Can the university's recruitment process satisfy the PERM advertising requirement?
Yes, but only if the original job search was conducted in compliance with DOL's mandatory recruitment steps, including specific advertising channels and timelines. Many universities time their faculty searches knowing they may need to sponsor a foreign national. If the initial search did not meet DOL standards, the employer must run a separate PERM recruitment process before filing, which can delay sponsorship by several months.
Where can I find Professor of Rhetoric jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Professor of Rhetoric listings specifically filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history. Standard academic job boards do not surface this information, so identifying departments that have filed PERM cases before requires dedicated filtering that Migrate Mate provides for employment-based green card roles.
What happens to my green card case if I leave the sponsoring university before it is approved?
If you leave before your I-140 is approved, the PERM labor certification typically becomes void and the sponsorship process must restart with your new employer. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer sponsorship to a new academic employer in a same or similar occupation without losing your place in the queue.
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