J-1 Visa Instructor Jobs
Instructor roles in the United States are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Professor, Short-Term Scholar, or Specialist program categories. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the hiring institution serves as your host. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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Get Access To All JobsPfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor in Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research
Position Description
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a full-time Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position. The initial appointment will be for two academic years and may be renewed for a third year. The term of appointment will begin on July 1, 2027.
Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructors will teach undergraduate lecture courses each semester and conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor. The Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position honors Professor Paul Pfeiffer (1917-2012), a founding member of the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (CMOR). Candidates are expected to pursue research that aligns with the department’s research programs, with interdisciplinary research and collaboration strongly encouraged.
About the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research offers an outstanding and collaborative research environment with world-class expertise in continuous optimization, numerical linear algebra, partial differential equations, inverse problems, and large-scale stochastic systems. The department’s core strengths span applied analysis, high-performance computing, numerical methods for differential equations, operations research, and optimization. Faculty apply these mathematical and computational strengths to important interdisciplinary challenges in areas including energy systems, medical imaging, neuroengineering, and climate modeling. Interdisciplinary research is a fundamental aspect of the department’s program, providing opportunities for postdoctoral instructors to collaborate with faculty across a broad range of mathematical, computational, and application areas.
About the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing
The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University comprises nine academic departments and more than 20 engineering-related centers and institutes. Its teaching and research benefit from Rice’s collaborative environment and Houston’s strengths in energy, health care, medical research, space exploration, and technology.
About Rice University
Rice University is a private research university located in Houston, Texas. Rice provides a collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, mentorship, and interdisciplinary engagement.
Qualifications
Candidates must have received or completed the requirements for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics on or after January 1, 2025, and have demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2027. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following through Interfolio:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae with a publication list
3. Research statement
4. Teaching statement
5. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendation letters.
Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/193440
Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor in Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research
Position Description
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a full-time Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position. The initial appointment will be for two academic years and may be renewed for a third year. The term of appointment will begin on July 1, 2027.
Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructors will teach undergraduate lecture courses each semester and conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor. The Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position honors Professor Paul Pfeiffer (1917-2012), a founding member of the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (CMOR). Candidates are expected to pursue research that aligns with the department’s research programs, with interdisciplinary research and collaboration strongly encouraged.
About the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research offers an outstanding and collaborative research environment with world-class expertise in continuous optimization, numerical linear algebra, partial differential equations, inverse problems, and large-scale stochastic systems. The department’s core strengths span applied analysis, high-performance computing, numerical methods for differential equations, operations research, and optimization. Faculty apply these mathematical and computational strengths to important interdisciplinary challenges in areas including energy systems, medical imaging, neuroengineering, and climate modeling. Interdisciplinary research is a fundamental aspect of the department’s program, providing opportunities for postdoctoral instructors to collaborate with faculty across a broad range of mathematical, computational, and application areas.
About the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing
The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University comprises nine academic departments and more than 20 engineering-related centers and institutes. Its teaching and research benefit from Rice’s collaborative environment and Houston’s strengths in energy, health care, medical research, space exploration, and technology.
About Rice University
Rice University is a private research university located in Houston, Texas. Rice provides a collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, mentorship, and interdisciplinary engagement.
Qualifications
Candidates must have received or completed the requirements for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics on or after January 1, 2025, and have demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2027. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following through Interfolio:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae with a publication list
3. Research statement
4. Teaching statement
5. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendation letters.
Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/193440
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Instructor
Align your credentials to program category
The Professor category requires a full teaching appointment, while Specialist fits instructors with recognized expertise outside a traditional academic post. Confirm which category your role qualifies for before approaching any host institution, because the DS-2019 issued by the designated sponsor must match.
Document subject-matter expertise for sponsors
Designated sponsors like CIEE or Cultural Vistas review your qualifications before issuing a DS-2019. Prepare transcripts, teaching evaluations, publications, or curriculum samples in advance so your file is complete when the host institution submits the program application on your behalf.
Search for host institutions on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. universities, training programs, and organizations that actively host J-1 visa Instructors. Filtering by role and J-1 compatibility narrows your search to institutions already familiar with the host-employer requirements the designated sponsor will impose.
Verify the host institution's sponsor relationship early
Not every institution has an existing agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor. Ask your prospective host which sponsor organization they work with and whether they've hosted J-1 Instructors before, because establishing a new sponsor relationship adds weeks to the timeline.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year requirement
If your home country government funded your education or your field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Confirm your eligibility status before accepting an offer, as waivers are not guaranteed.
Request the DS-2019 before your interview appointment
Your consular interview cannot proceed without a valid DS-2019 issued by the designated sponsor. Coordinate with your host institution to confirm the sponsor has finalized and mailed the form, and leave at least two weeks between receipt and your scheduled consulate appointment.
Instructor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Instructor roles?
Most Instructor positions fall under the Professor or Short-Term Scholar category if the role is at an accredited academic institution. Instructors at non-degree training programs or corporate learning centers may qualify under the Specialist category instead. The host institution and the designated sponsor determine which category fits based on the appointment type, duration, and your qualifications.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Instructor?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or the Institute of International Education, not your hiring institution. The employer or university that brings you on board is the host. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and is legally responsible for your exchange program, while the host provides the actual teaching appointment.
How do I find host institutions that work with J-1 Instructor programs?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and academic institutions that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in Instructor or teaching-related roles. Targeting institutions already familiar with the J-1 host process reduces delays, because they typically have an existing relationship with a designated sponsor and understand the program compliance requirements you and they must both meet.
Can I teach part-time or at multiple institutions on a J-1?
Your DS-2019 is tied to one specific host institution and one designated sponsor. Teaching at a second institution generally requires written authorization from your sponsor, and many sponsors treat it as a separate program requiring a new DS-2019. Clarify the terms before accepting any secondary or adjunct appointment to avoid an unauthorized activity finding that could affect your status.
What happens to my J-1 status if the host institution ends the program early?
If your host terminates your appointment before the DS-2019 end date, your designated sponsor must be notified immediately. USCIS regulations provide a 30-day grace period after program termination for J-1 exchange visitors to prepare for departure. You cannot begin a new J-1 program at a different host during that period without the original sponsor formally ending your current record in SEVIS.