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Nursing Instructor positions in the U.S. are accessible to qualified international educators through the J-1 visa under the Professor or Research Scholar program category, which requires sponsorship from a State Department-designated organization. Host institutions handle hiring while the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and monitors program compliance.
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The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) seeks a Cardiology Clinical Research Fellow at the Instructor level. This is a one-year post-doctoral clinical research training position for an MD or DO who has completed an internal medicine residency with a focus on clinical-translational studies of vascular endothelial function in humans.
Position Highlights:
- Expected to oversee the daily operation of the clinical laboratory, perform histories and physical exams.
- Perform minor office-based procedures following appropriate training (including but not exclusive to phlebotomy, vascular ultrasounds, and adipose pad biopsies).
- A full participant in the laboratory activities including journal club, reviewing manuscripts, writing up original research and reviews, and writing and critiquing grants.
- It is expected following training that the post-doctoral MD/DO will be in position to apply for intramural and extramural career development awards.
Department/Division Highlights:
MCW is a major academic medical center; the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area and second largest in Wisconsin. MCW is a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative, patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Required education: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
Required experience: Completed an internal medicine residency focused on studying clinical-translational studies of vascular endothelial function in humans.
Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.
Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.
The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.
Commitment to MCW Values
All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.
Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
Position Summary:
The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) seeks a Cardiology Clinical Research Fellow at the Instructor level. This is a one-year post-doctoral clinical research training position for an MD or DO who has completed an internal medicine residency with a focus on clinical-translational studies of vascular endothelial function in humans.
Position Highlights:
- Expected to oversee the daily operation of the clinical laboratory, perform histories and physical exams.
- Perform minor office-based procedures following appropriate training (including but not exclusive to phlebotomy, vascular ultrasounds, and adipose pad biopsies).
- A full participant in the laboratory activities including journal club, reviewing manuscripts, writing up original research and reviews, and writing and critiquing grants.
- It is expected following training that the post-doctoral MD/DO will be in position to apply for intramural and extramural career development awards.
Department/Division Highlights:
MCW is a major academic medical center; the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area and second largest in Wisconsin. MCW is a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative, patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Required education: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
Required experience: Completed an internal medicine residency focused on studying clinical-translational studies of vascular endothelial function in humans.
Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.
Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.
The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.
Commitment to MCW Values
All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.
Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Nursing Instructor
Verify your credentials meet NCLEX standards
Before applying to U.S. host institutions, confirm your nursing license and clinical credentials are recognized stateside. Many academic employers require proof that your foreign nursing degree meets equivalency standards comparable to a U.S. BSN or higher.
Target academic medical centers with J-1 history
Focus your search on university-affiliated schools of nursing and teaching hospitals. These institutions routinely host J-1 Professor and Research Scholar exchange visitors and already have established relationships with State Department-designated sponsors.
Search roles using Migrate Mate to filter J-1-aligned positions
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively seeking international nursing educators. Filtering by sponsorship type narrows results to host organizations prepared to work with a designated J-1 sponsor on your placement.
Distinguish between Professor and Research Scholar categories
If your role centers on classroom instruction and curriculum development, the Professor category typically applies. If your position emphasizes original research or postdoctoral training within a nursing program, the Research Scholar category is the better fit.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Nursing Instructor roles funded by your home government or involving skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List often trigger the two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your situation before accepting a host offer, since waivers take months to process.
Align your training plan with the DS-2019 program dates
Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 only after the host institution submits an approved training or exchange plan. Work with your host's international office to finalize that plan before the sponsor can formally initiate your J-1 program.
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Find Nursing Instructor JobsNursing Instructor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Nursing Instructor roles?
Most Nursing Instructor positions fall under the Professor or Research Scholar category. Professor applies when your primary duties involve teaching, lecturing, or curriculum development at a U.S. college or university. Research Scholar applies when the role centers on research, observation, or postdoctoral work within a nursing or health sciences program. Your host institution's international office and the designated sponsor confirm which category fits your specific appointment.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Nursing Instructor?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated exchange program organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations like IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas issue your DS-2019 form and hold legal responsibility for your program compliance. The school or hospital where you teach is the host institution. It arranges your position and coordinates with the designated sponsor, but it is not the official sponsor under the J-1 framework.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Nursing Instructor exchange visitors?
It depends on your funding source and your home country's Exchange Visitor Skills List status. If your nursing or health sciences specialization is on the Skills List, or if your exchange is funded by your home government or a U.S. government program, the two-year requirement likely applies. A waiver is possible through routes such as a no-objection statement from your home government or a request from an interested U.S. federal agency, but the process takes time and is not guaranteed.
How do I find U.S. host institutions open to J-1 Nursing Instructor placements?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers and academic institutions that are positioned to host J-1 exchange visitors in nursing and health education roles. Filtering by role type and sponsorship alignment surfaces schools already familiar with the DS-2019 process, which shortens the onboarding timeline considerably compared to approaching institutions with no prior J-1 experience.
Can I teach in a clinical setting as well as a classroom on a J-1 Nursing Instructor exchange?
Yes, provided your DS-2019 program objectives and your host institution's training plan explicitly include both instructional and clinical supervision duties. The designated sponsor must approve the scope of your exchange activities before you begin. Activities outside the approved program objectives can jeopardize your J-1 status, so confirming the full scope of your role with the sponsor before arrival is essential.
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