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Get Access To All JobsLocation: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15531
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Position Information
Lecturer, Part Time
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Architecture + Planning invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position to teach Undergraduate Design Studios and/or Theory based seminars for the upcoming semester.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design
Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at UT San Antonio is home to more than 4,400 students and over 175 faculty members. As one of the largest and fastest growing colleges on campus, academic degrees offered include 9 undergraduate majors, 15 master's degrees, 6 doctoral degrees, and 8 certificate programs. The college serves as a leading hub for engineering and designed environment education and research in San Antonio. Students gain hands-on experience through internships, project-based learning, experiential learning, study abroad programs, and community partnerships. These opportunities help them work across disciplines and understand how to bring ideas to life. The college also provides a 17,000 square foot MakerSpace that is open around the clock, giving students a supportive setting to explore, design, test, and innovate at their own pace. For more information about the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design, please visit https://klesse.utsa.edu/.
The School of Architecture and Planning
The School of Architecture + Planning is a laboratory for design and interdisciplinary research. In addition to degrees in Architecture (BS and MArch), Interior Design (BS) and Urban & Regional Planning (MS), we offer graduate certificate programs in Historic Preservation (CERT), High-Performance Design & Sustainability (CERT), Urban & Regional Planning (CERT) and an undergraduate certificate in Design Communication and Fabrication (CERT). Faculty-run centers and labs offer opportunities for students to participate in design research and community engagement.
Our faculty offer a place-based educational model that engages students to solve contemporary design challenges in creative dialogue with the layered histories of the built and natural environment of San Antonio, the greater Texas region, and beyond. We believe that, while transforming the built environment, architects, interior designers, and planning professionals should embrace preservation, conservation, and adaptive reuse as a means of reenergizing our cities. UT San Antonio is leading by example by expanding its Southwest campus in downtown San Antonio. Our new location in the heart of the city helps us better serve the profession as well as the various members of our community.
Salary Range: Up to $5,000/3 credit hours and up to $10,000/6 credit hours.
Job Type: Part Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will teach either undergraduate design studios (6 credit hours) or lead lecture-based courses or seminars (3 credit hours) for undergraduate and graduate students in Architecture, Interior Design, or Urban and Regional Planning, aligned with current curricular directions and the candidate's areas of expertise. This position will provide mentorship and onboarding support, and potentially an on-site office based on availability.
Qualifications
- A professional or graduate degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Urban & Regional Planning, or a closely related field is required. Licensed or credentialed practitioners are encouraged to apply.
- Evidence of integrating technology into instruction, online teaching, or other emerging technologies is valued. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be committed to supporting the University's mission. Professional experience in architecture, interior design, or planning, including teaching, practice, and/or collaborative research, will be considered.
- This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
- Current curriculum vitae. (required)
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references. (required)
- Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, 1-page limit. (required)
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 8/08/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15531
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Position Information
Lecturer, Part Time
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Architecture + Planning invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position to teach Undergraduate Design Studios and/or Theory based seminars for the upcoming semester.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design
Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at UT San Antonio is home to more than 4,400 students and over 175 faculty members. As one of the largest and fastest growing colleges on campus, academic degrees offered include 9 undergraduate majors, 15 master's degrees, 6 doctoral degrees, and 8 certificate programs. The college serves as a leading hub for engineering and designed environment education and research in San Antonio. Students gain hands-on experience through internships, project-based learning, experiential learning, study abroad programs, and community partnerships. These opportunities help them work across disciplines and understand how to bring ideas to life. The college also provides a 17,000 square foot MakerSpace that is open around the clock, giving students a supportive setting to explore, design, test, and innovate at their own pace. For more information about the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design, please visit https://klesse.utsa.edu/.
The School of Architecture and Planning
The School of Architecture + Planning is a laboratory for design and interdisciplinary research. In addition to degrees in Architecture (BS and MArch), Interior Design (BS) and Urban & Regional Planning (MS), we offer graduate certificate programs in Historic Preservation (CERT), High-Performance Design & Sustainability (CERT), Urban & Regional Planning (CERT) and an undergraduate certificate in Design Communication and Fabrication (CERT). Faculty-run centers and labs offer opportunities for students to participate in design research and community engagement.
Our faculty offer a place-based educational model that engages students to solve contemporary design challenges in creative dialogue with the layered histories of the built and natural environment of San Antonio, the greater Texas region, and beyond. We believe that, while transforming the built environment, architects, interior designers, and planning professionals should embrace preservation, conservation, and adaptive reuse as a means of reenergizing our cities. UT San Antonio is leading by example by expanding its Southwest campus in downtown San Antonio. Our new location in the heart of the city helps us better serve the profession as well as the various members of our community.
Salary Range: Up to $5,000/3 credit hours and up to $10,000/6 credit hours.
Job Type: Part Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will teach either undergraduate design studios (6 credit hours) or lead lecture-based courses or seminars (3 credit hours) for undergraduate and graduate students in Architecture, Interior Design, or Urban and Regional Planning, aligned with current curricular directions and the candidate's areas of expertise. This position will provide mentorship and onboarding support, and potentially an on-site office based on availability.
Qualifications
- A professional or graduate degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Urban & Regional Planning, or a closely related field is required. Licensed or credentialed practitioners are encouraged to apply.
- Evidence of integrating technology into instruction, online teaching, or other emerging technologies is valued. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be committed to supporting the University's mission. Professional experience in architecture, interior design, or planning, including teaching, practice, and/or collaborative research, will be considered.
- This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
- Current curriculum vitae. (required)
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references. (required)
- Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, 1-page limit. (required)
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 8/08/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Lecturer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the subject you'll be teaching. A master's in economics supports a business lecturer role, but a general education degree may not satisfy a computer science position without supplemental credentials.
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt. Filing through one lets you start any time of year, bypassing the April lottery window that caps most private-sector H-1B petitions.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Lecturer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which institutions have actively sponsored roles before reaching out.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating; lecturer wages vary significantly by institution type, geographic area, and academic discipline.
Confirm the LCA is certified before your petition files
Your employer must receive a certified LCA from DOL before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. Ask your HR or immigration contact for the LCA certification date so you can track the full filing timeline accurately.
Build a portfolio documenting teaching and scholarly output
USCIS officers may issue an RFE if the specialty occupation nexus between your degree and the lecturer position isn't obvious. Syllabi, published research, course evaluations, and institutional offer letters all strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
H-1B Visa Lecturer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lecturer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific academic field directly related to the subject matter being taught. USCIS evaluates both the job description and the institution's hiring standards. A lecturer role in a narrowly defined discipline, such as organic chemistry or constitutional law, is far easier to substantiate than a general-studies position with broad degree requirements.
Which types of employers can sponsor H-1B visas for Lecturers?
Public and private universities, community colleges, seminary institutions, and nonprofits affiliated with higher education are all eligible H-1B sponsors. Many of these institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file petitions at any point in the year rather than competing in the annual April lottery. You can browse Lecturer openings at verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.
How does cap-exempt status affect the H-1B filing timeline for academic positions?
Cap-exempt employers, which include most colleges, universities, and affiliated research organizations, can file H-1B petitions year-round and have them take effect immediately upon approval rather than waiting until October 1. This means a lecturer hired in September can begin work within weeks of approval, rather than waiting up to 18 months under the standard cap-subject timeline.
What is the H-1B grace period if a Lecturer contract ends?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after your authorized employment ends, including when a semester contract or visiting appointment concludes. You can use this window to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. The grace period does not reset if you take a new short-term contract within the same H-1B validity period.
Does the H-1B petition need to list a specific course or department?
The LCA and I-129 petition must specify the worksite location and the occupational classification, but they don't require a course-by-course breakdown. The offer letter and supporting documentation, however, should clearly describe the teaching duties and confirm the degree field requirement. USCIS may issue an RFE if the connection between your credentials and the specific lecturer role isn't explicit in the petition package.