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H-1B visa jobs for assistant psychologists sit squarely within specialty occupation territory: the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in psychology or a directly related field, and most sponsoring employers expect a master's. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering you for up to three years with extensions available.
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Get Access To All JobsHello, Thank You For Your Interest In Career Opportunities With The University Of Mississippi Medical Center. Please Review The Following Instructions Prior To Submitting Your Job Application
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources
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Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID R00055097
Job Category Faculty
Organization SOM-Peds-Child Development Clinic
Location/s: Main Campus Jackson
Job Title Assistant Professor - Child Psychologist - Child Development - Department of Pediatrics
Job Summary
Located in Jackson, MS, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center with the mission to improve the lives of Mississippians by educating tomorrow's health care professionals, by conducting health sciences research, and by providing cutting edge patient care. A major goal of the Medical Center is the elimination of differences in health status of Mississippians based on race, geography, income, or social status. UMMC encompasses seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health-related professions, graduate studies, pharmacy, and population health, with a total enrollment of close to 3,000 students. We offer competitive salaries for academicians in a rewarding environment for career development, situated in a region with a temperate climate and a low cost of living.
Education & Experience
The University of Mississippi Medical Center adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, sex, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the Medical Center. Under the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the University of Mississippi at the Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities with respect to admissions or employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
N/A
Time Type Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt Yes
Pay Class Salary FTE %: 100
Work Shift Day
Benefits Eligibility Grant Funded: No
Job Posting Date 11/3/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Hello, Thank You For Your Interest In Career Opportunities With The University Of Mississippi Medical Center. Please Review The Following Instructions Prior To Submitting Your Job Application
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID R00055097
Job Category Faculty
Organization SOM-Peds-Child Development Clinic
Location/s: Main Campus Jackson
Job Title Assistant Professor - Child Psychologist - Child Development - Department of Pediatrics
Job Summary
Located in Jackson, MS, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center with the mission to improve the lives of Mississippians by educating tomorrow's health care professionals, by conducting health sciences research, and by providing cutting edge patient care. A major goal of the Medical Center is the elimination of differences in health status of Mississippians based on race, geography, income, or social status. UMMC encompasses seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health-related professions, graduate studies, pharmacy, and population health, with a total enrollment of close to 3,000 students. We offer competitive salaries for academicians in a rewarding environment for career development, situated in a region with a temperate climate and a low cost of living.
Education & Experience
The University of Mississippi Medical Center adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, sex, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the Medical Center. Under the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the University of Mississippi at the Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities with respect to admissions or employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
N/A
Time Type Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt Yes
Pay Class Salary FTE %: 100
Work Shift Day
Benefits Eligibility Grant Funded: No
Job Posting Date 11/3/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your psychology degree directly relates to the assistant psychologist duties described in the job posting. A general behavioral science degree may require a credential evaluation letter linking your coursework to clinical or research psychology functions the role requires.
Look up prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing the floor protects you during negotiations.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Many assistant psychologist postings come from hospitals, university research labs, and community mental health centers with consistent H-1B visa filing histories. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified sponsorship records so you can target your applications where approval pathways are already established.
Confirm each worksite has a certified LCA
If your role involves rotating between clinic sites or satellite offices, each worksite location requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before your start date to avoid unauthorized work exposure.
Review your O*NET profile before the petition is filed
The O*NET occupation profile for assistant psychologists outlines the degree requirements and job duties USCIS references when evaluating specialty occupation status. Cross-check your offer letter job duties against that profile so your employer's I-129 petition language aligns with the federal definition.
Plan your status timeline around cap selection changes
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate your employer's petition timeline with USCIS guidance early. H-1B status is granted for up to three years and extendable to six, so map your expected supervision hours and licensure milestones against those renewal windows from the outset.
H-1B Visa Assistant Psychologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an assistant psychologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Assistant psychologist positions typically qualify as a specialty occupation because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in psychology or a directly related clinical field. Most sponsoring employers in hospital systems, research institutions, and community mental health centers require a master's degree, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument in the USCIS petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for assistant psychologists?
University-affiliated research centers, hospital behavioral health departments, Veterans Affairs facilities, and large nonprofit mental health organizations are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Smaller private practices rarely have the infrastructure to file. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing histories for psychology roles on Migrate Mate before you apply.
Can I work at multiple clinic locations on a single H-1B?
No. Each worksite requires its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL. If your assistant psychologist position rotates across two hospital campuses or includes a satellite clinic, your employer must file a separate LCA for each location before you begin working there. Confirm this with your employer's immigration team before your start date.
How does state licensure interact with H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Assistant psychologists typically work under a licensed psychologist's supervision and may not hold an independent license yet. USCIS looks at the degree requirement for the role itself, not licensure status, to determine specialty occupation. However, if your state requires a specific supervised hours credential to use the title, include that documentation in your petition to reinforce the degree-level requirement argument.
What happens to my H-1B status if my supervising psychologist leaves the employer?
Your H-1B is tied to your employer and your approved position, not to your individual supervisor. If your supervising psychologist leaves but the employer and your job duties remain unchanged, your status is unaffected. If the employer restructures the role or your job duties change materially, your employer may need to file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS to reflect those changes.