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Assistant Professor positions at U.S. universities and research institutions can qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Professor or Research Scholar program category. The hiring institution acts as your host, while a State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and manages compliance throughout your exchange.
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Overview:
Division V at Clarkson University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering Science to support an expanded undergraduate teaching need across the Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aeronautical Engineering (AE) programs. The successful candidate will teach four course sections per academic year, including one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science), ES330 (Fluid Mechanics), and ES340 (Thermodynamics).
Responsibilities
Teaching Responsibilities
- Teach one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES330 (Fluid Mechanics) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES340 (Thermodynamics) per semester.
- Total teaching load to not exceed 4 classes per semester.
- Develop and deliver lecture materials, assignments, laboratory/recitation exercises, and assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
- Maintain current, well-organized course content using standard course management systems (e.g., Moodle).
- Hold regular office hours and remain available to support student learning outside of scheduled class time.
Student Support & Advising
- Provide academic support and mentorship to undergraduate students in the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Respond promptly to student inquiries and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Refer students to appropriate university resources as needed.
Curriculum & Program Engagement
- Coordinate with MAE program lead to ensure course content aligns with ME and AE program requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., ABET).
- Participate in course and curriculum development discussions as needed.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of course materials and teaching methods.
Departmental & University Service
- Attend department and division meetings as required.
- Participate in university and division events, such as orientation, advising days, or open houses, as needed.
- Engage in professional development activities relevant to engineering education.
Operational & Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with university policy.
- Submit grades and other required documentation by university deadlines.
- Adhere to university academic policies and standards of professional conduct.
- Assist with other teaching-related duties, division initiatives, and academic activities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimal Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering Science, or a closely related field.
- Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or a closely related field; prior university-level teaching experience.
Experience
- Minimal Experience: Experience teaching or assisting in undergraduate engineering courses, particularly in materials science, fluid mechanics, or thermodynamics. Preference given to candidates with prior classroom teaching experience at the college level.
Essential Skills:
- Strong foundation in core engineering science fundamentals, including materials science, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses effectively, including lecture delivery, lab/recitation coordination, and assessment design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for classroom instruction and student mentorship.
- Proficiency with course management systems (e.g., Moodle) and standard engineering software/tools relevant to course content.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Strong organizational skills, including timely grading, record-keeping, and meeting academic deadlines.
- Commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety:
All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement:
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).
Pay Range: USD $75,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
Overview:
Division V at Clarkson University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering Science to support an expanded undergraduate teaching need across the Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aeronautical Engineering (AE) programs. The successful candidate will teach four course sections per academic year, including one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science), ES330 (Fluid Mechanics), and ES340 (Thermodynamics).
Responsibilities
Teaching Responsibilities
- Teach one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES330 (Fluid Mechanics) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES340 (Thermodynamics) per semester.
- Total teaching load to not exceed 4 classes per semester.
- Develop and deliver lecture materials, assignments, laboratory/recitation exercises, and assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
- Maintain current, well-organized course content using standard course management systems (e.g., Moodle).
- Hold regular office hours and remain available to support student learning outside of scheduled class time.
Student Support & Advising
- Provide academic support and mentorship to undergraduate students in the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Respond promptly to student inquiries and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Refer students to appropriate university resources as needed.
Curriculum & Program Engagement
- Coordinate with MAE program lead to ensure course content aligns with ME and AE program requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., ABET).
- Participate in course and curriculum development discussions as needed.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of course materials and teaching methods.
Departmental & University Service
- Attend department and division meetings as required.
- Participate in university and division events, such as orientation, advising days, or open houses, as needed.
- Engage in professional development activities relevant to engineering education.
Operational & Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with university policy.
- Submit grades and other required documentation by university deadlines.
- Adhere to university academic policies and standards of professional conduct.
- Assist with other teaching-related duties, division initiatives, and academic activities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimal Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering Science, or a closely related field.
- Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or a closely related field; prior university-level teaching experience.
Experience
- Minimal Experience: Experience teaching or assisting in undergraduate engineering courses, particularly in materials science, fluid mechanics, or thermodynamics. Preference given to candidates with prior classroom teaching experience at the college level.
Essential Skills:
- Strong foundation in core engineering science fundamentals, including materials science, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses effectively, including lecture delivery, lab/recitation coordination, and assessment design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for classroom instruction and student mentorship.
- Proficiency with course management systems (e.g., Moodle) and standard engineering software/tools relevant to course content.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Strong organizational skills, including timely grading, record-keeping, and meeting academic deadlines.
- Commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety:
All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement:
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Professor
Verify your DS-2019 category early
Professor and Research Scholar are distinct J-1 visa categories with different eligibility rules. Confirm which category your host institution intends to use before you accept an offer, since switching after DS-2019 issuance requires restarting the sponsorship process.
Check your home-country residency requirement
Some Assistant Professor roles, particularly those funded through government programs or in designated shortage fields, trigger the two-year home-country residency requirement. Confirm your 212(e) status directly with USCIS before committing to a position that requires long-term U.S. presence.
Target institutions with active J-1 sponsor relationships
Not every university has a standing agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter Assistant Professor openings at institutions already set up to host J-1 exchange visitors, which cuts weeks off the sponsorship setup timeline.
Align your application materials to J-1 program objectives
The Professor category requires a clear exchange component, not just employment. Frame your cover letter and CV to highlight cross-cultural knowledge transfer, collaborative research with U.S. colleagues, and skills you'll bring back to your home country.
Negotiate DS-2019 issuance into your offer timeline
Ask human resources to confirm when they'll submit your information to their designated sponsor organization. DS-2019 processing adds time before you can schedule your consular interview, and tenure-track start dates rarely flex for administrative delays.
Prepare credential documentation before the offer stage
Designated sponsor organizations require official transcripts, degree certificates, and publication records to issue a DS-2019. Having certified copies of your doctoral credentials ready in advance prevents bottlenecks once your host institution initiates the sponsorship request.
Assistant Professor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Assistant Professor roles?
Most Assistant Professor positions fall under the J-1 Professor category, which is designed for academics coming to teach at accredited U.S. institutions. If your role is primarily research-focused with limited teaching duties, the Research Scholar category may apply instead. Your host institution's international office determines the appropriate category and submits your information to their designated sponsor organization accordingly.
Who issues the DS-2019 for an Assistant Professor J-1 visa?
The DS-2019 is issued by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, not by the hiring university itself. The university acts as your host institution. The designated sponsor, which might be a consortium the university belongs to or an organization like IIE, is responsible for issuing the DS-2019, maintaining your SEVIS record, and monitoring compliance with J-1 program regulations throughout your exchange period.
How do I find Assistant Professor positions where the university is already set up for J-1 hosting?
Not all institutions have active sponsor relationships in place for academic hires. Migrate Mate lets you search Assistant Professor openings filtered by J-1 sponsorship alignment, so you can identify host institutions that are already equipped to support the category without building the infrastructure from scratch during your hiring process.
Does the two-year home-country residency requirement affect Assistant Professor J-1 holders?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies if your exchange is government-funded from either country, if you came from a country on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if you received graduate medical training. If it applies, you must return home for two years before changing to certain visa statuses or applying for lawful permanent residence. USCIS determines whether your situation triggers the requirement.
Can an Assistant Professor on a J-1 visa bring dependents to the United States?
Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can accompany you or join you later on J-2 dependent status. J-2 holders may apply for work authorization through USCIS, though the authorization cannot be used to support you directly. Your designated sponsor organization lists dependents on a separate DS-2019 and includes them in your SEVIS record once you provide supporting documentation.