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The Department of Engineering at James Madison University (JMU) invites applicants to join our community and support our project-intensive undergraduate engineering curriculum. We are seeking to hire one Visiting Lecturer to start in January 2027. The position will be for the Spring 2027 semester, scheduled to end in mid-May 2027. The Visiting Lecturer position is nonrenewable.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Department of Engineering at JMU is a community of educators committed to contributing to a welcoming scholarly environment who support each other in achieving broad success in teaching, scholarship, and service. The department offers an ABET-accredited BS degree in engineering with concentrations in civil and environmental, geo-environmental, and electromechanical systems. Anchored in the liberal arts through the university's general education program, JMU's engineering major is characterized by experiential learning of engineering in team-based settings, and the major culminates in a two-year-long engineering project experience. Instructors in the Department of Engineering can expect lecture courses to contain up to 30 students and laboratory courses to contain approximately 15-20 students. The department’s strengths include dedicated faculty and staff, an engaged and invested student body and alumni, strong administrative and lab support, and well-equipped laboratories and design studios. JMU prizes collaboration among departments and provides unique opportunities for interdisciplinary, team-based teaching and scholarship, with a strong focus on undergraduate research opportunities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We seek to expand our department with one Visiting Lecturer in the Spring 2027 academic term who will support our mission by teaching the following anticipated undergraduate engineering courses:
- Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics
- Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics Lab
- Materials and Intermediate Solid Mechanics
The anticipated teaching load for the Visiting Lecturer position is 12 credit hours.
Although the position is primarily focused on teaching, there is the opportunity for professional development within the department, college, and university.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Successful candidates will have a master’s degree with demonstrated relevant professional experience. Preference will be given to candidates with:
- degrees in engineering (or a closely related field)
- demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate engineering courses
- an earned PhD by the time of appointment
- relevant industrial engineering experience
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION:
Interested candidates should complete the online application and provide:
- Cover letter, limited to two pages
- CV
- Names and contact information for three references
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
POSITION TYPE
Instructional / Teaching Faculty
POSITION STATUS
Full-Time
FLSA STATUS
Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
PAY RATE
Commensurate with Experience
BEGINNING REVIEW DATE
11/20/2026
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Engineering at James Madison University (JMU) invites applicants to join our community and support our project-intensive undergraduate engineering curriculum. We are seeking to hire one Visiting Lecturer to start in January 2027. The position will be for the Spring 2027 semester, scheduled to end in mid-May 2027. The Visiting Lecturer position is nonrenewable.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Department of Engineering at JMU is a community of educators committed to contributing to a welcoming scholarly environment who support each other in achieving broad success in teaching, scholarship, and service. The department offers an ABET-accredited BS degree in engineering with concentrations in civil and environmental, geo-environmental, and electromechanical systems. Anchored in the liberal arts through the university's general education program, JMU's engineering major is characterized by experiential learning of engineering in team-based settings, and the major culminates in a two-year-long engineering project experience. Instructors in the Department of Engineering can expect lecture courses to contain up to 30 students and laboratory courses to contain approximately 15-20 students. The department’s strengths include dedicated faculty and staff, an engaged and invested student body and alumni, strong administrative and lab support, and well-equipped laboratories and design studios. JMU prizes collaboration among departments and provides unique opportunities for interdisciplinary, team-based teaching and scholarship, with a strong focus on undergraduate research opportunities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We seek to expand our department with one Visiting Lecturer in the Spring 2027 academic term who will support our mission by teaching the following anticipated undergraduate engineering courses:
- Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics
- Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics Lab
- Materials and Intermediate Solid Mechanics
The anticipated teaching load for the Visiting Lecturer position is 12 credit hours.
Although the position is primarily focused on teaching, there is the opportunity for professional development within the department, college, and university.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Successful candidates will have a master’s degree with demonstrated relevant professional experience. Preference will be given to candidates with:
- degrees in engineering (or a closely related field)
- demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate engineering courses
- an earned PhD by the time of appointment
- relevant industrial engineering experience
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION:
Interested candidates should complete the online application and provide:
- Cover letter, limited to two pages
- CV
- Names and contact information for three references
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
POSITION TYPE
Instructional / Teaching Faculty
POSITION STATUS
Full-Time
FLSA STATUS
Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
PAY RATE
Commensurate with Experience
BEGINNING REVIEW DATE
11/20/2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Visiting Lecturer
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B eligibility for Visiting Lecturer positions turns on whether your degree field directly corresponds to the subject you'll teach. A PhD in economics supports a lectureship in economics but not one in communications. Pull the O*NET profile for your teaching discipline to confirm the degree requirement language before applying.
Search LCA records before cold-emailing departments
Institutions that have filed Labor Condition Applications for lecturers in your field have already navigated the specialty occupation question once. Use Migrate Mate to identify universities with verified H-1B LCA filing history for your subject area, then target your outreach to those departments directly.
Get a site-specific LCA for each campus location
If you teach at two campuses or a satellite site, each worksite needs its own certified LCA listing that exact address. Confirm with HR before accepting an offer whether the institution will file separate LCAs, since a single certification can't cover unlisted locations.
Document your teaching credentials in U.S. equivalency terms
Foreign-earned degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluation service before USCIS will accept them as equivalent to a U.S. master's or doctorate. Order a course-by-course evaluation, not a general equivalency report, because adjudicators look at field-level match, not just degree level.
Ask HR whether the institution is cap-exempt
Many universities and affiliated research institutions qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition bypasses the annual cap entirely and can be filed at any time of year. Confirm cap-exempt status with the institution's international office before factoring the H-1B cap selection rules into your timeline.
Align your contract length with H-1B status periods
H-1B status is granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Visiting Lecturer appointments are often one-year contracts, so confirm with HR that the institution will file extensions before each renewal to maintain continuous status throughout your engagement.
H-1B Visa Visiting Lecturer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Visiting Lecturer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Visiting Lecturer positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a master's degree in the specific academic discipline being taught. The key factor is that the degree must be directly related to the subject matter, not just to education generally. Employers document this connection in the I-129 petition, citing the course syllabus, departmental requirements, and the O*NET or BLS classification for the teaching field.
How do I find universities that actively sponsor H-1B visas for lecturers?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Visiting Lecturer openings at institutions with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your teaching discipline. Filtering by employers who have already certified LCAs for similar roles confirms they understand the specialty occupation requirements and have an established process, which significantly reduces petition risk and administrative delays on your side.
What documents should I prepare before a university files my H-1B petition?
You'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service translating your foreign degree into U.S. equivalency terms, official transcripts, a CV listing teaching experience and publications, and any licenses or certifications relevant to your field. If your degree is in a field adjacent to your teaching assignment, a letter from the department chair explaining the academic relationship between the two strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably.
Can I teach at multiple campus locations under a single H-1B?
Only if each worksite has its own DOL-certified Labor Condition Application listing that specific address. A single LCA covers only the location named on it. If your appointment includes classes at a satellite campus or partner institution, your employer must file a separate LCA for each site and amend the I-129 petition with USCIS before you begin teaching at the additional location.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Visiting Lecturer contract is not renewed?
Your H-1B status is tied to the sponsoring employer, so it ends when that employment ends. You have a 60-day grace period after your last day to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the United States. If a new institution offers you a position, they must file a new H-1B petition with USCIS before you begin work, and the six-year maximum clock continues from where it left off.