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Data Science Director roles in the U.S. are accessible to qualified international professionals through the J-1 visa, most commonly under the Research Scholar or Specialist category. Securing sponsorship requires a designated State Department sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from your host employer's hiring decision.
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Gettysburg College invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Data Science beginning with the Fall 2026 semester. This is a full-time, term appointment for one academic year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on satisfactory performance and institutional need. The successful applicant will have the chance to help shape the recently formed interdisciplinary Data Science minor at the college and participate in the development of a major in the discipline. Applicants can learn more about Gettysburg’s Data Science program at https://www.gettysburg.edu/academic-programs/interdisciplinary-studies/programs/datascience/.
Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position will teach the equivalent of six courses during the academic year. The core teaching responsibilities will be a two-course sequence (DS 256 and DS 325) in Python programming for Data Science, aimed at students from a variety of academic backgrounds. Depending on the qualifications and interests of the person hired, the teaching assignment might also include elective courses in related areas such as statistics, machine learning, cultural analytics, or data ethics. It is preferred that candidates hold a PhD by the August 2026 appointment date (master’s degree holders may be considered for appointment as Visiting Instructor). We welcome applications from candidates whose background is in any field, with preference for those with formal coursework and/or teaching experience in data science, machine learning, and quantitative analytic methods.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Please submit a cover letter with your application that briefly describes how you hope to contribute to our data science program. In particular, please explicitly address the areas of data science that you would be most comfortable teaching. In addition, please submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation with your online application materials. For best consideration, please apply by June 1, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. William O’Hara, Search Committee Chair, at wohara@gettysburg.edu.
EEO STATEMENT
Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.
POSTING NUMBER 20100240F
INTRODUCTION
Gettysburg College invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Data Science beginning with the Fall 2026 semester. This is a full-time, term appointment for one academic year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on satisfactory performance and institutional need. The successful applicant will have the chance to help shape the recently formed interdisciplinary Data Science minor at the college and participate in the development of a major in the discipline. Applicants can learn more about Gettysburg’s Data Science program at https://www.gettysburg.edu/academic-programs/interdisciplinary-studies/programs/datascience/.
Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position will teach the equivalent of six courses during the academic year. The core teaching responsibilities will be a two-course sequence (DS 256 and DS 325) in Python programming for Data Science, aimed at students from a variety of academic backgrounds. Depending on the qualifications and interests of the person hired, the teaching assignment might also include elective courses in related areas such as statistics, machine learning, cultural analytics, or data ethics. It is preferred that candidates hold a PhD by the August 2026 appointment date (master’s degree holders may be considered for appointment as Visiting Instructor). We welcome applications from candidates whose background is in any field, with preference for those with formal coursework and/or teaching experience in data science, machine learning, and quantitative analytic methods.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Please submit a cover letter with your application that briefly describes how you hope to contribute to our data science program. In particular, please explicitly address the areas of data science that you would be most comfortable teaching. In addition, please submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation with your online application materials. For best consideration, please apply by June 1, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. William O’Hara, Search Committee Chair, at wohara@gettysburg.edu.
EEO STATEMENT
Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.
POSTING NUMBER 20100240F
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Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Director-level data science roles typically require graduate-level training in statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field. Gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and evidence of leadership in data initiatives before approaching any host employer.
Distinguish your sponsor from your host employer
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a State Department-designated organization that issues the DS-2019 and monitors your program compliance. Your hiring employer is the host. Clarify this structure early with recruiters, as many U.S. employers incorrectly assume they sponsor J-1 visas directly.
Search for J-1-aligned roles using Migrate Mate
Director-level data roles with J-1-compatible host employers are harder to surface through general searches. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. positions where employers have demonstrated willingness to engage international professionals under exchange visitor programs.
Confirm the two-year home residency requirement applies
If your funding comes from a government or if your home country lists your occupation as in short supply, you may face a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Verify your status with your designated sponsor organization before accepting a host employer offer.
Request a training plan that reflects director-level scope
Under the Research Scholar or Specialist category, your program objectives must be documented and approved. A vague training plan that undersells your Data Science Director responsibilities can create compliance issues. Work with the designated sponsor to ensure the plan reflects actual strategic and supervisory duties.
Negotiate your offer with J-1 program duration in mind
Research Scholar programs allow up to five years initially, while Specialist programs cap at one year. If your host employer expects a multi-year engagement, confirm the applicable category and maximum duration with the designated sponsor before finalizing your employment agreement.
Data Science Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Data Science Director role?
The Research Scholar or Specialist category fits most Data Science Director placements. Research Scholar applies when the role involves university-affiliated or institutional research. Specialist is used for professionals with unique expertise placed in a corporate or non-academic host setting. Both require a designated State Department sponsor organization to issue the DS-2019, not the employer itself.
Can a private company act as my J-1 sponsor for a director role?
No. Only organizations designated by the U.S. Department of State can sponsor J-1 visas by issuing the DS-2019. Private companies serve as host employers, not sponsors. The designated sponsor, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, administers the program and monitors compliance. Your host employer hires you, but a separate designated organization controls your exchange visitor status.
How does the two-year home residency requirement affect Data Science Directors?
If your J-1 is funded by your home government, a U.S. government agency, or if your home country lists data science in short supply, you may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other visa statuses. This restriction can affect green card or H-1B visa transitions. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Where can I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Data Science Directors?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Data Science Director roles at U.S. employers with a track record of hosting international professionals under exchange visitor or other work authorization programs. Most standard job searches don't surface J-1-compatible host employers by default, so a targeted search tool makes a practical difference at the director level.
What documentation should I prepare before a host employer interview?
Prepare degree equivalency evaluations for any non-U.S. credentials, a portfolio of data science leadership work, and a clear written summary of your proposed program objectives. Host employers need enough detail to coordinate with the designated sponsor on your training plan. Director-level roles require evidence of strategic, cross-functional scope, not just technical output.