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The Department of Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University is seeking applications for the position of visiting assistant clinical professor of veterinary clinical pathology. This faculty position will be a 12-month, clinical-track position with a 1-year limited term.
The Clinical Pathology Laboratory is located within the Wilford & Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, facilitating open communication with clinicians and veterinary students. Diagnostic samples are submitted for evaluation from both the large and small animal teaching hospitals, outside veterinarians, the Raptor Center and a variety of researchers. Collaborating diagnostic services within the Department of Pathobiology include anatomic pathology, parasitology, microbiology, virology/serology, and molecular diagnostics.
To be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following materials by October 4, 2026:
- curriculum vitae
- letter of intent summarizing research goals and expectations
- Statement of Clinical Interests
Questions about the position should be directed to: Dr. Emily Graff, Search Committee Chair, email: ecg0001@auburn.edu.
Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documents will be considered. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage in the selection process.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for excellence in clinical diagnostic service in Auburn University’s Clinical Pathology Laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the training and supervision of clinical pathology residents and graduate students, and the clinical training of veterinary students. Opportunities for engaging in didactic training throughout the veterinary curriculum and for collaborative research are encouraged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum qualifications include:
- D.V.M. (or equivalent) at the time employment begins
- Successful completion of a residency training program in clinical pathology recognized by the ACVP
- ACVP Diplomate status in Veterinary Clinical Pathology (Dipl. ACVP – Clinical Pathology)
- A terminal degree at the time of employment
- Candidates must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the term of employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Desired qualifications include:
The successful candidate should exhibit excellence in diagnostic service, small group instruction, and interpersonal communication. Experience in diagnostic test development, or scholarship of teaching and learning is desirable, but not required.
PAY RANGE:
Pay Range: USD $125,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
Overview:
The Department of Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University is seeking applications for the position of visiting assistant clinical professor of veterinary clinical pathology. This faculty position will be a 12-month, clinical-track position with a 1-year limited term.
The Clinical Pathology Laboratory is located within the Wilford & Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, facilitating open communication with clinicians and veterinary students. Diagnostic samples are submitted for evaluation from both the large and small animal teaching hospitals, outside veterinarians, the Raptor Center and a variety of researchers. Collaborating diagnostic services within the Department of Pathobiology include anatomic pathology, parasitology, microbiology, virology/serology, and molecular diagnostics.
To be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following materials by October 4, 2026:
- curriculum vitae
- letter of intent summarizing research goals and expectations
- Statement of Clinical Interests
Questions about the position should be directed to: Dr. Emily Graff, Search Committee Chair, email: ecg0001@auburn.edu.
Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documents will be considered. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage in the selection process.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for excellence in clinical diagnostic service in Auburn University’s Clinical Pathology Laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the training and supervision of clinical pathology residents and graduate students, and the clinical training of veterinary students. Opportunities for engaging in didactic training throughout the veterinary curriculum and for collaborative research are encouraged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum qualifications include:
- D.V.M. (or equivalent) at the time employment begins
- Successful completion of a residency training program in clinical pathology recognized by the ACVP
- ACVP Diplomate status in Veterinary Clinical Pathology (Dipl. ACVP – Clinical Pathology)
- A terminal degree at the time of employment
- Candidates must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the term of employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Desired qualifications include:
The successful candidate should exhibit excellence in diagnostic service, small group instruction, and interpersonal communication. Experience in diagnostic test development, or scholarship of teaching and learning is desirable, but not required.
PAY RANGE:
Pay Range: USD $125,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Professor
Verify your institution's cap-exempt status
Universities and affiliated research institutions file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap, so you can start any time of year. Confirm your prospective employer qualifies as a nonprofit or government research institution with USCIS before accepting an offer.
Request a prevailing wage check early
Run the OFLC Wage Search using your specific SOC code and institution's county before negotiations. Academic salaries are public, and your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL's prevailing wage level for your discipline and location.
Align your O*NET profile to your petition
Pull your O*NET occupation profile for the Professor SOC code and map your CV's research areas and teaching duties directly to those descriptors. Misalignment between your stated duties and the specialty occupation definition is a common reason USCIS issues an RFE for faculty petitions.
Target departments with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Professor openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you focus on institutions that have successfully sponsored international faculty rather than those encountering the process for the first time.
Push your employer to file during contract negotiations
Faculty hiring cycles run on academic timelines, but H-1B processing doesn't. Ask your department's international office to initiate the LCA filing with DOL as soon as a verbal offer is extended, not after contracts are signed, to avoid gaps between your current status and the petition approval.
Account for J-1 two-year home residency before filing
If you're on a J-1 visa exchange visitor visa with a two-year home residency requirement, your employer can't file an H-1B petition until you obtain a waiver or fulfill the obligation. Confirm your J-1 status with your institution's international office before the department submits paperwork to USCIS.
H-1B Visa Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do professor jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Professor roles meet the H-1B specialty occupation definition because they require at least a bachelor's degree, and typically a doctoral degree, in a specific academic discipline directly related to the duties. USCIS has consistently recognized faculty positions at accredited universities as qualifying roles, and most universities file as cap-exempt employers, removing the lottery requirement entirely.
How do I find universities actively sponsoring H-1B visas for faculty?
Migrate Mate lets you search Professor openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history from DOL records. This shows you which institutions have actually sponsored international faculty before, not just those willing to consider it. Targeting employers with an established filing track record significantly reduces delays during the hiring process.
Can a university sponsor my H-1B outside the annual cap?
Most accredited universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government research organizations qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. This means they can file your petition at any time of year, without waiting for an October 1 start date or competing in the annual lottery. Confirm your institution's cap-exempt status with USCIS before finalizing your offer letter.
What happens to my H-1B if I switch from one university to another?
Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working at a new cap-exempt university as soon as your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you're maintaining valid H-1B status. Because both employers are typically cap-exempt, there's no lottery exposure. Your new institution's international office initiates the transfer through USCIS.
Does my J-1 exchange visitor status affect my ability to get an H-1B as a professor?
If your J-1 program carries a two-year home residency requirement, your employer cannot file an H-1B petition on your behalf until you satisfy or waive that obligation. Waivers are available through the No Objection Statement, IGA, or Conrad 30 pathways depending on your situation. Check whether your J-1 DS-2019 lists the requirement before your department contacts USCIS.