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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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Overview:
Division V at Clarkson University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering Science to support an expanded undergraduate teaching need across the Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aeronautical Engineering (AE) programs. The successful candidate will teach four course sections per academic year, including one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science), ES330 (Fluid Mechanics), and ES340 (Thermodynamics).
Responsibilities
Teaching Responsibilities
- Teach one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES330 (Fluid Mechanics) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES340 (Thermodynamics) per semester.
- Total teaching load to not exceed 4 classes per semester.
- Develop and deliver lecture materials, assignments, laboratory/recitation exercises, and assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
- Maintain current, well-organized course content using standard course management systems (e.g., Moodle).
- Hold regular office hours and remain available to support student learning outside of scheduled class time.
Student Support & Advising
- Provide academic support and mentorship to undergraduate students in the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Respond promptly to student inquiries and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Refer students to appropriate university resources as needed.
Curriculum & Program Engagement
- Coordinate with MAE program lead to ensure course content aligns with ME and AE program requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., ABET).
- Participate in course and curriculum development discussions as needed.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of course materials and teaching methods.
Departmental & University Service
- Attend department and division meetings as required.
- Participate in university and division events, such as orientation, advising days, or open houses, as needed.
- Engage in professional development activities relevant to engineering education.
Operational & Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with university policy.
- Submit grades and other required documentation by university deadlines.
- Adhere to university academic policies and standards of professional conduct.
- Assist with other teaching-related duties, division initiatives, and academic activities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimal Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering Science, or a closely related field.
- Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or a closely related field; prior university-level teaching experience.
Experience
- Minimal Experience: Experience teaching or assisting in undergraduate engineering courses, particularly in materials science, fluid mechanics, or thermodynamics. Preference given to candidates with prior classroom teaching experience at the college level.
Essential Skills:
- Strong foundation in core engineering science fundamentals, including materials science, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses effectively, including lecture delivery, lab/recitation coordination, and assessment design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for classroom instruction and student mentorship.
- Proficiency with course management systems (e.g., Moodle) and standard engineering software/tools relevant to course content.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Strong organizational skills, including timely grading, record-keeping, and meeting academic deadlines.
- Commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety:
All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement:
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).
Pay Range: USD $75,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
Overview:
Division V at Clarkson University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering Science to support an expanded undergraduate teaching need across the Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aeronautical Engineering (AE) programs. The successful candidate will teach four course sections per academic year, including one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science), ES330 (Fluid Mechanics), and ES340 (Thermodynamics).
Responsibilities
Teaching Responsibilities
- Teach one or two sections of ES260 (Materials Science) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES330 (Fluid Mechanics) per semester.
- Teach one or two sections of ES340 (Thermodynamics) per semester.
- Total teaching load to not exceed 4 classes per semester.
- Develop and deliver lecture materials, assignments, laboratory/recitation exercises, and assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
- Maintain current, well-organized course content using standard course management systems (e.g., Moodle).
- Hold regular office hours and remain available to support student learning outside of scheduled class time.
Student Support & Advising
- Provide academic support and mentorship to undergraduate students in the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Respond promptly to student inquiries and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Refer students to appropriate university resources as needed.
Curriculum & Program Engagement
- Coordinate with MAE program lead to ensure course content aligns with ME and AE program requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., ABET).
- Participate in course and curriculum development discussions as needed.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of course materials and teaching methods.
Departmental & University Service
- Attend department and division meetings as required.
- Participate in university and division events, such as orientation, advising days, or open houses, as needed.
- Engage in professional development activities relevant to engineering education.
Operational & Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with university policy.
- Submit grades and other required documentation by university deadlines.
- Adhere to university academic policies and standards of professional conduct.
- Assist with other teaching-related duties, division initiatives, and academic activities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimal Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering Science, or a closely related field.
- Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or a closely related field; prior university-level teaching experience.
Experience
- Minimal Experience: Experience teaching or assisting in undergraduate engineering courses, particularly in materials science, fluid mechanics, or thermodynamics. Preference given to candidates with prior classroom teaching experience at the college level.
Essential Skills:
- Strong foundation in core engineering science fundamentals, including materials science, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses effectively, including lecture delivery, lab/recitation coordination, and assessment design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for classroom instruction and student mentorship.
- Proficiency with course management systems (e.g., Moodle) and standard engineering software/tools relevant to course content.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across the Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs.
- Strong organizational skills, including timely grading, record-keeping, and meeting academic deadlines.
- Commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety:
All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement:
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).
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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.