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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 as an Adjunct Professor
Verify your degree meets equivalency standards
Most Professor category J-1 visa programs require a foreign degree equivalent to a U.S. master's or doctorate. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before applying so hiring departments don't flag your qualifications during the DS-2019 review process.
Distinguish Professor from Short-Term Scholar programs
The Professor category suits multi-semester appointments and allows up to five years of program duration. Short-Term Scholar applies to stays of six months or less, typically for guest lectures or collaborative research visits. Clarify your intended teaching duration before the department contacts a designated sponsor.
Target departments with existing sponsor relationships
Many adjunct roles go through universities already partnered with a designated sponsor such as IIE or Cultural Vistas. Ask the international office directly whether they hold an active sponsoring agreement before accepting any teaching offer.
Search for J-1-aligned adjunct roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. academic departments and institutions that have posted adjunct openings with J-1 sponsorship noted. Filtering by visa type saves time and surfaces host employers whose international offices are already set up to support the process.
Negotiate DS-2019 timing before your contract start date
Your host institution must submit documentation to the designated sponsor weeks before your program start date. Build at least four to six weeks of lead time into your offer negotiation so the sponsor can issue your DS-2019 before you need to apply for the visa at a U.S. consulate.
Confirm your home-country ties before applying if the two-year rule applies
The two-year home residency requirement applies to many J-1 Professor holders, particularly those funded by their home government or whose field is on the skills list. Consular officers routinely ask about family, property, and employment ties back home during your interview.
Adjunct Professor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Adjunct Professor roles?
The Professor category is the standard fit for adjunct teaching appointments at U.S. colleges and universities. It applies when your primary activity is classroom instruction, curriculum development, or faculty collaboration. If your stay is six months or shorter and focused on a specific lecture series or workshop, the Short-Term Scholar category may apply instead. Your host institution's international office and the designated sponsor will confirm which category matches your appointment.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an Adjunct Professor position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. The university or college where you teach is the host institution. The designated sponsor, which might be an organization like IIE or a university holding its own sponsoring designation, issues your DS-2019 form, monitors compliance, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your program. Your department chair cannot sponsor the visa directly.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Adjunct Professors on J-1 visas?
It depends on your individual circumstances. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your home government or a U.S. government agency funded your exchange program, or if your home country's skills list includes your field. Many adjunct professors are not subject to it, but a consular officer makes the final determination. If the requirement applies, you must return home for two years before changing to most other visa categories or applying for a green card.
How do I find Adjunct Professor roles where the host institution supports J-1 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter academic job listings by visa type so you can surface adjunct openings at institutions already set up to work with a designated sponsor. This matters because many universities have international offices with established sponsor relationships, while others do not, and finding out late in a hiring process creates delays. Targeting hosts with existing sponsorship infrastructure shortens the path from offer to DS-2019 issuance.
Can I transition from another visa status to J-1 as an Adjunct Professor?
Yes, changing to J-1 status from within the United States is possible through a change of status filed with USCIS, provided a designated sponsor agrees to issue your DS-2019 and your host institution confirms the appointment qualifies under the Professor or Short-Term Scholar category. You cannot begin teaching under J-1 rules until USCIS approves the change. Some applicants choose to apply at a U.S. consulate abroad instead, which avoids the USCIS processing timeline but requires travel.