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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Employee Classification: Visiting Assistant Professor
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science
Department: UNT-Mathematics-122000
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.00
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Department of Mathematics has 23 tenure system faculty, 19 professional faculty, 50-60 graduate students, and about 150 majors. Our graduate degree offerings include a Ph.D. in Mathematics and M.S. degrees, as well as Math Education options. Undergraduate offerings include B.A. and B.S. degrees in Mathematics, with or without teacher certification. Additional information about the department is available at math.unt.edu.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Texas invites applications to fill a 3-year Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. The teaching commitment is two courses in the first year, and three courses in the second and third year. Successful candidates are expected to conduct research and will be paired with faculty mentors with whom they have compatible research interests.
Candidates in all areas of pure and applied Mathematics are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, or be expected to complete their Ph.D. by August 2027. Candidates with equivalent applied experience that meets faculty credentialing guidelines will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to outstanding applicants with previous academic research experience and college teaching experience.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Employee Classification: Visiting Assistant Professor
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science
Department: UNT-Mathematics-122000
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.00
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Department of Mathematics has 23 tenure system faculty, 19 professional faculty, 50-60 graduate students, and about 150 majors. Our graduate degree offerings include a Ph.D. in Mathematics and M.S. degrees, as well as Math Education options. Undergraduate offerings include B.A. and B.S. degrees in Mathematics, with or without teacher certification. Additional information about the department is available at math.unt.edu.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Texas invites applications to fill a 3-year Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. The teaching commitment is two courses in the first year, and three courses in the second and third year. Successful candidates are expected to conduct research and will be paired with faculty mentors with whom they have compatible research interests.
Candidates in all areas of pure and applied Mathematics are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, or be expected to complete their Ph.D. by August 2027. Candidates with equivalent applied experience that meets faculty credentialing guidelines will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to outstanding applicants with previous academic research experience and college teaching experience.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Adjunct Instructor
Verify your J-1 category before applying
Adjunct contracts under one semester often qualify as Short-Term Scholar rather than Professor. Confirm which category fits your assignment length and duties before approaching host institutions, since the DS-2019 category affects your home-residency obligation.
Document your academic credentials in U.S. format
Prepare a U.S.-style CV listing peer-reviewed publications, teaching evaluations, and course syllabi you have designed. Designated sponsors and host institutions review these when assessing whether your background meets the Professor or Short-Term Scholar program requirements.
Target institutions with active designated sponsor relationships
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. colleges and universities already hosting J-1 exchange visitors in academic roles. Institutions with established sponsor relationships move faster because their HR and international offices already understand the DS-2019 workflow.
Ask the host about their designated sponsor before accepting
During offer negotiations, ask which State Department-designated organization will issue your DS-2019. Some smaller community colleges rely on IIE or Cultural Vistas rather than an in-house sponsor, which affects how quickly the form is issued and what documentation you must submit.
Check your subject field against the two-year rule early
The two-year home-country residency requirement applies to exchange visitors funded by their home government or whose skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your country and field with USCIS guidance before signing any teaching contract.
Align your arrival date with the DS-2019 start date
Your J-1 status begins on the DS-2019 program start date, not your teaching contract date. Coordinate with the designated sponsor to ensure the form reflects your actual first day on campus, avoiding an unauthorized early arrival that could jeopardize your status.
Adjunct Instructor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to adjunct instructor positions?
Most adjunct instructor roles fall under the Professor category if the appointment spans a full semester or longer and involves teaching credit-bearing courses. Shorter engagements, such as a guest lecture series or a single intensive course, may qualify under Short-Term Scholar instead. The designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your specific duties and contract length, not your job title alone.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an adjunct instructor?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring college or university. The institution that hires you is your host employer. The designated sponsor, which might be an in-house university international office, IIE, or Cultural Vistas, issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your exchange.
Does the Professor category carry a two-year home-country residency requirement?
It can. The two-year home-country residency requirement applies when your exchange is funded by your home government, when your home country has designated your field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or when your program is financed by a U.S. government agency. Not every Professor-category participant is subject to it. Review your DS-2019 and consult USCIS guidance to determine whether a waiver will be necessary before you can change status or apply for an immigrant visa.
How can I find U.S. institutions that host J-1 adjunct instructors?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for academic employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in teaching roles, making it straightforward to identify institutions already familiar with the DS-2019 process. Targeting hosts with established sponsor relationships is practical because their HR and international offices can move through the designation and form-issuance steps without delays caused by unfamiliarity with J-1 program requirements.
Can I teach at multiple campuses or departments on one J-1 as an adjunct?
Your DS-2019 is tied to a specific program and host site. If you want to teach sections at a second campus or for a separate department not listed on your form, the designated sponsor must amend your program documentation before you begin those duties. Starting work at an unlisted site without an amendment puts your J-1 status at risk, regardless of whether both sites belong to the same university system.