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H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Lecturers are found at universities, community colleges, and research institutions that file Labor Condition Applications for teaching roles requiring a master's or doctoral degree in a specific discipline. Because each academic department structures the position around advanced subject-matter expertise, the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules.
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Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant or Associate Professor (Lecturer)
Department 00044 - Marketing Department
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin 07/01/2027
Details
The Marketing Department in the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah has openings for full-time career-line positions beginning Fall 2027.
Candidates must have:
- a PhD in marketing or a related field;
- a substantial track record of exceptional teaching at the University level;
- demonstrated ability to teach courses in quantitative marketing, marketing analytics, and machine learning applications in marketing.
The Department of Marketing is committed to removing barriers for all individuals, including those traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance our breadth; and makes every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here.
The appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor (Lecturer) or Associate Professor (Lecturer), depending on experience and qualifications. Salary is competitive and benefits are excellent.
Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship research institution and emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 115 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation. The university serves over 38,000 students from across the U.S. and the world. Students can choose from more than 100 undergraduate majors and more than 200 graduate programs. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. The University of Utah is located in the capital of Utah, the fastest-growing tech state in the US and home to the “Silicon Slopes” agglomeration of technology companies, including significant operations for Adobe, eBay, Intel, Micron, and DOMO. The University is within a day’s drive of five national parks. Nine ski and snowboard resorts are nestled in the mountains above Salt Lake City, which hosted the Winter Olympic Games in 2002 and has been selected to host them again in 2034. The American Economic Development Institute named Utah the number one pro-business state in the country, the first state west of the Mississippi River to earn this recognition.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/
This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Documents to Upload:
- CV
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Statement
- Teaching Evaluations
Open Date 10/15/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN01609CF
Type Faculty
Position Information
Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant or Associate Professor (Lecturer)
Department 00044 - Marketing Department
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin 07/01/2027
Details
The Marketing Department in the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah has openings for full-time career-line positions beginning Fall 2027.
Candidates must have:
- a PhD in marketing or a related field;
- a substantial track record of exceptional teaching at the University level;
- demonstrated ability to teach courses in quantitative marketing, marketing analytics, and machine learning applications in marketing.
The Department of Marketing is committed to removing barriers for all individuals, including those traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance our breadth; and makes every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here.
The appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor (Lecturer) or Associate Professor (Lecturer), depending on experience and qualifications. Salary is competitive and benefits are excellent.
Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship research institution and emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 115 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation. The university serves over 38,000 students from across the U.S. and the world. Students can choose from more than 100 undergraduate majors and more than 200 graduate programs. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. The University of Utah is located in the capital of Utah, the fastest-growing tech state in the US and home to the “Silicon Slopes” agglomeration of technology companies, including significant operations for Adobe, eBay, Intel, Micron, and DOMO. The University is within a day’s drive of five national parks. Nine ski and snowboard resorts are nestled in the mountains above Salt Lake City, which hosted the Winter Olympic Games in 2002 and has been selected to host them again in 2034. The American Economic Development Institute named Utah the number one pro-business state in the country, the first state west of the Mississippi River to earn this recognition.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/
This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Documents to Upload:
- CV
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Statement
- Teaching Evaluations
Open Date 10/15/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN01609CF
Type Faculty
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Lecturer
Target departments with active LCA histories
Search Migrate Mate to identify universities and colleges that have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for lecturer and instructor roles in your field, so you approach departments that already understand the sponsorship process rather than educating HR from scratch.
Secure a credential evaluation early
If your highest degree was awarded outside the U.S., get a foreign credential evaluation completed before campus interviews. Hiring committees and USCIS both scrutinize equivalency, and a delayed evaluation can push your I-129 filing past the cap registration window.
Clarify multi-campus duties before the LCA is filed
If you'll teach across more than one physical campus, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Raise this during contract negotiations so DOL posting and wage requirements are met at every location before your start date.
Ask about cap-exempt institution status upfront
Many universities and affiliated research organizations qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning your I-129 petition can be filed outside the annual cap and selection process. Confirm cap-exempt status directly with HR so your start date isn't tied to the cap cycle.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for postsecondary teachers in your metro area before accepting an offer, so you can flag any wage shortfall that would invalidate the LCA.
H-1B Visa Assistant Lecturer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Lecturer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, it typically does. Assistant Lecturer positions at accredited colleges and universities require at least a master's degree, and usually a doctorate, in the specific academic discipline being taught. That direct connection between a specific degree field and the job duties satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The key is that the employer's job description must state the degree requirement explicitly and in a directly related field, not a general bachelor's degree in any subject.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Lecturers?
Four-year universities, community colleges, and affiliated research institutes are the most common sponsors. Many of these institutions qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, which allows them to file petitions outside the annual cap and selection cycle. You can browse verified H-1B sponsors for lecturer and instructor roles on Migrate Mate, filtered by your discipline and location, to identify active hiring departments.
Can my H-1B cover teaching at multiple campus locations?
Not under a single Labor Condition Application. DOL requires a certified LCA for each physical worksite where you'll perform H-1B duties. If your contract includes rotating assignments across campuses or satellite locations, your employer must post and certify a separate LCA for each site before you begin work there. Raise this with HR before your I-129 is filed to avoid compliance issues mid-appointment.
How long does H-1B status last for an Assistant Lecturer position?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, and your employer can file an extension for an additional three years, for a maximum of six years total. After that, continued H-1B status requires meeting specific conditions tied to a pending or approved immigrant visa petition. Many academic employers also sponsor green card applications through PERM labor certification, which can run concurrently with your H-1B.
What documents strengthen an H-1B petition for an academic teaching role?
USCIS looks for official transcripts confirming your master's or doctoral degree in the field you'll be teaching, a detailed position description tying advanced subject-matter expertise to daily duties, and the certified LCA from DOL. If your degree was awarded abroad, include a foreign credential evaluation from a recognized evaluator. A formal appointment letter specifying the degree requirement and academic department adds further support to the specialty occupation argument.