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College of Law
The University of Illinois College of Law in Urbana-Champaign is one of the oldest law schools in the country, with an accomplished and influential faculty, a smart and collegial student body, and a strong alumni network. In addition to its full-time faculty, the College of Law regularly employs distinguished lawyers and academics as adjunct professors. The College of Law is currently accepting applications for all areas of the law, but has particular needs for the following specialties:
1) Criminal Procedure
2) Real Estate Law
3) European Labor Law
Classes will meet in the Law Building in Champaign, typically once or twice per week between mid-January and early May.
A JD (or its equivalent) and two or more years of legal experience are required; prior teaching experience and a current law license are strongly preferred.
Appointment Information:
These are five to ten percent Academic positions appointed for the Spring 2027 semester. The anticipated start date is in January 2027. Salary is between $3000 and $8000, depending on credit hours. These positions are not eligible for University benefits. The duties of this position support visa sponsorship.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 7, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Devin Scheidemantel at wds@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.
Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Adjunct Professor - Law
College of Law
The University of Illinois College of Law in Urbana-Champaign is one of the oldest law schools in the country, with an accomplished and influential faculty, a smart and collegial student body, and a strong alumni network. In addition to its full-time faculty, the College of Law regularly employs distinguished lawyers and academics as adjunct professors. The College of Law is currently accepting applications for all areas of the law, but has particular needs for the following specialties:
1) Criminal Procedure
2) Real Estate Law
3) European Labor Law
Classes will meet in the Law Building in Champaign, typically once or twice per week between mid-January and early May.
A JD (or its equivalent) and two or more years of legal experience are required; prior teaching experience and a current law license are strongly preferred.
Appointment Information:
These are five to ten percent Academic positions appointed for the Spring 2027 semester. The anticipated start date is in January 2027. Salary is between $3000 and $8000, depending on credit hours. These positions are not eligible for University benefits. The duties of this position support visa sponsorship.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 7, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Devin Scheidemantel at wds@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.
Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Adjunct Professor
Confirm your institution's cap-exempt status
Many universities and nonprofit colleges qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, bypassing the annual lottery entirely. Ask HR directly whether the institution files under INA 214(c)(1) exemptions before accepting an adjunct offer.
Match your degree field to your teaching discipline
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your highest degree and the courses you'll teach. If you hold an MBA but are hired to teach marketing, document how the degree field maps to the specific course catalog descriptions.
Check prevailing wage using OFLC Wage Search
Adjunct pay is often structured as per-course stipends, not annual salaries. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the annualized prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area before your LCA is filed.
Target institutions with active LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Adjunct Professor postings by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're applying to institutions that have already navigated H-1B sponsorship for this role type.
Request I-129 filing before your OPT or prior status expires
Adjunct contracts often start just weeks before a semester begins, leaving little processing time. Confirm your employer will file the I-129 at least 90 days before your intended start date to avoid a gap in work authorization.
Document part-time hours carefully if teaching multiple courses
H-1B requires the role to constitute a specialty occupation regardless of hours. If you're teaching across two departments or institutions, each employer may need a separate H-1B petition, which USCIS evaluates independently.
H-1B Visa Adjunct Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Adjunct Professor positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Adjunct Professor roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific academic field directly related to the courses taught. USCIS evaluates the connection between your credential and your teaching assignment, so the tighter that alignment, the stronger the petition. Generic teaching roles without a clear degree requirement can face scrutiny.
Can a college sponsor an H-1B for an adjunct without going through the lottery?
Many colleges and universities qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers under federal law, which means they can file petitions at any time without competing in the annual April lottery. This applies to institutions of higher education and affiliated nonprofit entities. You should confirm cap-exempt status directly with your prospective employer's HR or legal team before relying on this pathway.
How do I find Adjunct Professor employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Adjunct Professor job listings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history, which reflects actual H-1B sponsorship activity. This lets you focus your applications on institutions that have already sponsored the role type rather than negotiating sponsorship from scratch with unfamiliar HR departments.
How is prevailing wage calculated for adjunct roles paid per course?
Adjunct per-course stipends must be converted to an annualized equivalent that meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the relevant SOC code and work location. The DOL uses the OFLC Wage Search to determine this figure. If the annualized value of your course load falls below the prevailing wage threshold, your employer must increase your compensation before the LCA can be certified.
Can I hold H-1B status while teaching adjunct at more than one institution?
Yes, but each employer must file a separate H-1B petition. If you teach at a second institution concurrently, that college must also sponsor you and file its own I-129 with USCIS. Your primary sponsor's petition doesn't cover outside teaching engagements. Failing to get a concurrent H-1B for additional employers means any outside teaching is unauthorized work.