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Market Research positions in the United States are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. employer serves as the host. No lottery applies, and program lengths typically run up to 18 months for trainees.
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The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas seeks to fill a postdoctoral researcher position in computational and theoretical condensed matter physics. The postdoc will be co-supervised by Dr. Qunfei Zhou at the University of Kansas (KU) and Dr. Kirill Belashchenko at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).
Starting Date: Spring 2026, or as soon thereafter as the position can be filled (also negotiable).
Length of Appointment: The initial appointment would be for one year with the possibility of renewal annually for three subsequent years subject to review and to continued funding availability.
GENERAL DUTIES: The successful candidate will study exotic magnetic and topological states in two-dimensional (2D) van der Waals materials by applying and developing advanced computational and theoretical approaches. The postdoc will work within a collaborated team of experimental and computational experts from KU and UNL.
Job Description
Job Duties:
- Conduct the computational and theoretical research on magnetic and topological properties in van der Waals materials using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations, tight-binding and machine learning methods.
- Provide theoretical predictions to guide experiments, and atomic-scale physical understanding to experimental observations.
- Publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Presenting work at local and national/international scientific conferences.
Specific Job Duties (percentage of time)
- 90% – computational and theoretical research. Provide theory support to experiments. Documentation, presentation and publication of research results.
- 10% – Assist the faculty in guiding the group's graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the required qualifications and preferred qualifications will be made through (1) records of accomplishments entered in CV, (2) description of research and education experience provided in the application materials, (3) references, (4) publications as appropriate, and (5) the interview process.
- A Ph.D. in physics, materials science or a related field by date of appointment.
- Research experience in density functional theory (DFT) or tight-binding modeling of materials, as demonstrated in application materials.
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed 6 months.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in DFT or tight-binding modeling of materials, as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous work experience that required Python programming skills, as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous experience that required good communication skills, as evidenced in cover letter and other application materials.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (including publications list)
- At least two letters of recommendation
Application review begins Saturday, November 1, 2025, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Qunfei Zhou (qunfei.zhou@ku.edu)
Advertised Salary Range
$58,656 commensurate with experience
Application Review Begins
Saturday November 1, 2025
Anticipated Start Date
Thursday January 1, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 31506BR
- Department: Physics and Astronomy
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Assignment: On-Site
- Reg/Temp: Regular
- Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
- Review Begins: 01-Nov-2025
Position Overview
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas seeks to fill a postdoctoral researcher position in computational and theoretical condensed matter physics. The postdoc will be co-supervised by Dr. Qunfei Zhou at the University of Kansas (KU) and Dr. Kirill Belashchenko at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).
Starting Date: Spring 2026, or as soon thereafter as the position can be filled (also negotiable).
Length of Appointment: The initial appointment would be for one year with the possibility of renewal annually for three subsequent years subject to review and to continued funding availability.
GENERAL DUTIES: The successful candidate will study exotic magnetic and topological states in two-dimensional (2D) van der Waals materials by applying and developing advanced computational and theoretical approaches. The postdoc will work within a collaborated team of experimental and computational experts from KU and UNL.
Job Description
Job Duties:
- Conduct the computational and theoretical research on magnetic and topological properties in van der Waals materials using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations, tight-binding and machine learning methods.
- Provide theoretical predictions to guide experiments, and atomic-scale physical understanding to experimental observations.
- Publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Presenting work at local and national/international scientific conferences.
Specific Job Duties (percentage of time)
- 90% – computational and theoretical research. Provide theory support to experiments. Documentation, presentation and publication of research results.
- 10% – Assist the faculty in guiding the group's graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the required qualifications and preferred qualifications will be made through (1) records of accomplishments entered in CV, (2) description of research and education experience provided in the application materials, (3) references, (4) publications as appropriate, and (5) the interview process.
- A Ph.D. in physics, materials science or a related field by date of appointment.
- Research experience in density functional theory (DFT) or tight-binding modeling of materials, as demonstrated in application materials.
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed 6 months.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in DFT or tight-binding modeling of materials, as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous work experience that required Python programming skills, as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous experience that required good communication skills, as evidenced in cover letter and other application materials.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (including publications list)
- At least two letters of recommendation
Application review begins Saturday, November 1, 2025, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Qunfei Zhou (qunfei.zhou@ku.edu)
Advertised Salary Range
$58,656 commensurate with experience
Application Review Begins
Saturday November 1, 2025
Anticipated Start Date
Thursday January 1, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 31506BR
- Department: Physics and Astronomy
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Assignment: On-Site
- Reg/Temp: Regular
- Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
- Review Begins: 01-Nov-2025
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Market Research
Frame your training plan around research methodology
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan before issuing your DS-2019. Document specific skills you'll develop, such as survey design, consumer segmentation, or conjoint analysis, so the plan clearly justifies a structured training exchange rather than routine employment.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have at least five years of professional market research experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit for your DS-2019 application.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1 compatible host employers
Host employers in market research range from consumer insights firms to corporate strategy teams. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by companies that have previously hosted exchange visitors, narrowing your search before cold outreach drains your time.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before accepting an offer
Your host employer must pay you at the prevailing wage for your market research role and location. Cross-check your offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the rate before signing any offer letter or training agreement.
Confirm the two-year home residency rule applies to you
Market research roles funded by a government agency or tied to a country on the Exchange Visitor Skills List can trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Check your J-1 visa stamp and DS-2019 for a notation before making long-term U.S. plans.
Build a portfolio aligned with U.S. research methodologies
U.S. host employers in market research expect familiarity with tools like SPSS, Qualtrics, or panel-based survey platforms. Documenting project work that uses these methods in your application materials signals readiness for a training placement without requiring additional onboarding.
Market Research J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers market research roles?
Most market research professionals use the Trainee category, which fits post-degree professionals with relevant work history. If you're currently enrolled in a university program, the Intern category applies instead. In either case, your role must involve a structured training plan, not routine production work, and your designated sponsor must approve the placement before issuing the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or a separate organization?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not your employer. The employer is your host. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019, and monitors your compliance throughout the program. Your employer and sponsor are separate entities with separate obligations under the exchange visitor program.
How long can I work in a J-1 market research placement?
Trainee programs in market research last up to 18 months. Intern programs, for currently enrolled students, run up to 12 months. Extensions within those maximums are possible but require your designated sponsor's approval and an updated training plan. You cannot chain multiple J-1 trainee placements in the same occupational field to exceed the 18-month ceiling.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 market research professionals?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. roles and companies that align with J-1 exchange visitor programs, including consumer insights, strategy research, and analytics positions. Because J-1 hosting is not publicly disclosed in the same way H-1B visa sponsorship is, filtering by companies with a history of international hiring gives you a practical starting point before direct outreach.
Can a market research J-1 role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Yes, it can. If your market research role is funded by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your home country appears on the State Department Exchange Visitor Skills List for market research-related fields, you may be required to return home for two years before changing to certain other visa statuses. Review your DS-2019 and J-1 visa stamp for an INA 212(e) notation as soon as you receive them.