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Professor positions in the United States are available to international academics through the J-1 visa's Research Scholar and Professor program categories, both requiring sponsorship from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Your host institution coordinates with that sponsor to issue your DS-2019 and manage compliance throughout your exchange.
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University of Akron School of Nursing is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction. This is a full-time 9-month non-tenure track position. The majority of the responsibilities will be: Teaching in the undergraduate nursing program including didactic and LRC courses as well as teaching in the simulation and skills lab. The focus of the position will be Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing. The individual in this position is not responsible for completing research. Responsibilities include: Evaluating student performance. Assist in managing clinical placements including expanding clinical sites. Serve on school, college and university-wide committees as assigned. Maintain a program of personal, professional growth through activities such as engaging in scholarly activity, university and community service and other pursuits commensurate with faculty rank and status. Supporting University, College and School of Nursing goals to assure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered, the applicant must meet the following criteria:
- Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution with unrestricted registered nurse licensure in the State of Ohio or current multi-state license.
- Must have a minimum of two years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
- Current medical surgical clinical competency, knowledge, and skills.
- 2 years of teaching experience.
- Current BLS certification.
- Proficiency in interpersonal, communication and organizational skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate degree preferred (PhD, DNP, DNE).
- Knowledge and skill of maneuvering computer software (Brightspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint and other related educational platforms).
- Recent clinical nursing experience or teaching experience.
- Skills in goal setting and team building.
- Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate course and program activities.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION
Application Instructions: To be considered for this position, complete the online application and attach a CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement, and provide three professional references.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin November 30, 2026.
Compensation: Commensurate with experiences and qualifications.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email: djb132@uakron.edu
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
STATE OF RESIDENCE STATEMENT
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
INTRODUCTION
University of Akron School of Nursing is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction. This is a full-time 9-month non-tenure track position. The majority of the responsibilities will be: Teaching in the undergraduate nursing program including didactic and LRC courses as well as teaching in the simulation and skills lab. The focus of the position will be Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing. The individual in this position is not responsible for completing research. Responsibilities include: Evaluating student performance. Assist in managing clinical placements including expanding clinical sites. Serve on school, college and university-wide committees as assigned. Maintain a program of personal, professional growth through activities such as engaging in scholarly activity, university and community service and other pursuits commensurate with faculty rank and status. Supporting University, College and School of Nursing goals to assure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered, the applicant must meet the following criteria:
- Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution with unrestricted registered nurse licensure in the State of Ohio or current multi-state license.
- Must have a minimum of two years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
- Current medical surgical clinical competency, knowledge, and skills.
- 2 years of teaching experience.
- Current BLS certification.
- Proficiency in interpersonal, communication and organizational skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate degree preferred (PhD, DNP, DNE).
- Knowledge and skill of maneuvering computer software (Brightspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint and other related educational platforms).
- Recent clinical nursing experience or teaching experience.
- Skills in goal setting and team building.
- Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate course and program activities.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION
Application Instructions: To be considered for this position, complete the online application and attach a CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement, and provide three professional references.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin November 30, 2026.
Compensation: Commensurate with experiences and qualifications.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email: djb132@uakron.edu
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
STATE OF RESIDENCE STATEMENT
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Professor
Verify your DS-2019 category before applying
The Professor category suits faculty teaching at accredited institutions, while Research Scholar fits lab-based or non-teaching appointments. Applying under the wrong category forces your host to restart sponsorship paperwork, delaying your start date by weeks.
Document your home-country ties carefully
The Professor category typically carries the two-year home residency requirement. Consular officers assess ties through employment contracts, property, and family obligations abroad. Prepare a clear personal statement addressing these before your visa interview.
Target host institutions with existing designated sponsors
Universities affiliated with IIE or that self-sponsor J-1 visa exchanges can issue DS-2019 forms internally. Confirming your prospective host has this infrastructure before negotiating an offer prevents delays when a separate sponsor organization must be onboarded.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned Professor roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. universities and research institutions actively hosting J-1 exchange visitors in academic departments. Filtering by role type helps you prioritize employers whose HR teams already understand the Professor category process.
Request the training plan details before signing an offer
Even for Professor appointments, your designated sponsor requires a written program plan outlining your teaching or research objectives. Confirm your host department can produce this document before you accept, since incomplete plans are a common cause of DS-2019 delays.
Check the 12-month bar and repeat-participation rules
J-1 exchange visitors who have participated in a J-1 program within the past 12 months face restrictions on immediate re-entry under the same or a new sponsorship. Review your previous DS-2019 end dates with your designated sponsor to confirm eligibility before your host begins filing.
Professor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Professor positions?
Most full-time teaching appointments at U.S. colleges and universities fall under the Professor category. If your role is primarily research with limited or no classroom instruction, your host institution may place you under the Research Scholar category instead. The distinction matters because program objectives, allowable activities, and sometimes the two-year home residency requirement differ between them.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Professor role?
Your employer is the host institution, not the visa sponsor. The sponsor is a separate U.S. Department of State-designated organization, which may be the university itself if it holds designation, or a third-party organization like IIE. That sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and serves as your primary point of contact with the State Department throughout your exchange.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 Professors?
It often does, particularly when your exchange is funded by your home government or a U.S. government program, or when your skills are in a field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for your country. If the requirement applies, you must return home for two years after your exchange before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. A waiver is possible but requires a formal application through USCIS or the State Department.
How can I find U.S. universities actively hosting J-1 Professors?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Professor roles at institutions that have experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Targeting employers with established J-1 infrastructure means their international office already understands the DS-2019 process, reducing administrative friction between your offer and your program start date.
Can a J-1 Professor work at more than one U.S. institution?
Yes, but only with prior authorization from your designated sponsor. Secondary employment or teaching at a second institution requires an amendment to your DS-2019 and a separate approval documenting how the additional activity fits within your exchange program objectives. Starting secondary work without that authorization is a status violation, so confirm approval in writing before accepting any additional appointment.