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Public health roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Research Scholar, Specialist, or Trainee program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a designated State Department organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from the public health agency or institution hosting your placement.
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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
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Adam Smith Center Visiting Professorships in Politics & Public Policy
The Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom is conducting a search for visiting scholars in politics and public policy, broadly defined. The successful candidates will be able to teach and guide student research on political and policy subject areas. A doctorate in Politics, Public Policy, Political Theory, or related field is required, and the PhD must be fully completed and awarded before beginning the appointment. Successful applicants will conduct original research culminating in a publishable article or paper at the conclusion of their first year and will teach an undergraduate or graduate course each semester. The Visiting Professorship is for one year with the possibility of renewal up to three years; Visiting Professors who demonstrate particularly strong scholarly output and teaching skills may be considered for permanent positions.
Benefits
In addition to teaching opportunities, successful applicants will receive support for approved research projects aligned with the Center's mission and academic focus, in addition to a range of professional development opportunities. Visiting Professors will participate in the extraordinary programs and activities offered throughout the year by the Adam Smith Center. Successful applicants may also pursue contacts and opportunities across the university's many vibrant centers and departments, as well as the rich cultural institutions and activities in the cosmopolitan coastal city of Miami. FIU provides faculty and staff with especially attractive benefits.
The Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom
Working at the intersection of government policy, management, and the free market, the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom is an independent and non-partisan think tank that aims to inspire current and future leaders to develop innovative and effective policies to advance economic freedom and human prosperity. The Center promotes respect, responsibility, excellence and truth while informed and enlivened by Adam Smith's principles of free market societies and individual freedom.
The Application Process
Qualified applicants should apply to Job Opening ID 538246 at careers.fiu.edu. Please submit your (1) cover letter addressing why the Adam Smith Center is a particularly strong match for your academic background and future research interests, (2) professional resume/cv, (3) contact information for three references, and (4) writing sample, all in a single PDF file. Letters of reference and transcripts will be requested from finalists at a later date. Please address any questions to freedom@fiu.edu.
Applicants are encouraged to review Florida International University's immigration and visa requirements, if applicable.
Job Category
Faculty
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Information
Adam Smith Center Visiting Professorships in Politics & Public Policy
The Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom is conducting a search for visiting scholars in politics and public policy, broadly defined. The successful candidates will be able to teach and guide student research on political and policy subject areas. A doctorate in Politics, Public Policy, Political Theory, or related field is required, and the PhD must be fully completed and awarded before beginning the appointment. Successful applicants will conduct original research culminating in a publishable article or paper at the conclusion of their first year and will teach an undergraduate or graduate course each semester. The Visiting Professorship is for one year with the possibility of renewal up to three years; Visiting Professors who demonstrate particularly strong scholarly output and teaching skills may be considered for permanent positions.
Benefits
In addition to teaching opportunities, successful applicants will receive support for approved research projects aligned with the Center's mission and academic focus, in addition to a range of professional development opportunities. Visiting Professors will participate in the extraordinary programs and activities offered throughout the year by the Adam Smith Center. Successful applicants may also pursue contacts and opportunities across the university's many vibrant centers and departments, as well as the rich cultural institutions and activities in the cosmopolitan coastal city of Miami. FIU provides faculty and staff with especially attractive benefits.
The Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom
Working at the intersection of government policy, management, and the free market, the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom is an independent and non-partisan think tank that aims to inspire current and future leaders to develop innovative and effective policies to advance economic freedom and human prosperity. The Center promotes respect, responsibility, excellence and truth while informed and enlivened by Adam Smith's principles of free market societies and individual freedom.
The Application Process
Qualified applicants should apply to Job Opening ID 538246 at careers.fiu.edu. Please submit your (1) cover letter addressing why the Adam Smith Center is a particularly strong match for your academic background and future research interests, (2) professional resume/cv, (3) contact information for three references, and (4) writing sample, all in a single PDF file. Letters of reference and transcripts will be requested from finalists at a later date. Please address any questions to freedom@fiu.edu.
Applicants are encouraged to review Florida International University's immigration and visa requirements, if applicable.
Job Category
Faculty
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Public Health
Align your credentials with J-1 category requirements
Your J-1 visa category determines what credentials you need before applying. Research Scholar requires a graduate degree and active research agenda. Trainee requires a relevant degree plus at least one year of professional public health experience outside the U.S.
Target host organizations with existing designated sponsor relationships
Public health departments, CDC-affiliated research centers, and schools of public health frequently work with established J-1 designated sponsors. Confirm a prospective host has coordinated J-1 placements before, since they must agree to the training plan and compliance obligations.
Search for J-1-compatible public health roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. public health roles at employers who have hosted international professionals before. This shortens your list to organizations already familiar with J-1 host responsibilities rather than those encountering the process for the first time.
Prepare a structured training plan before your offer
For Trainee and Specialist categories, your designated sponsor requires a completed DS-7002 training plan before issuing the DS-2019. Draft this with your host organization early, detailing specific skills you'll develop, supervision structure, and measurable learning objectives tied to public health practice.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Many public health J-1 programs, especially those funded by government agencies or tied to graduate medical education, carry a two-year home-country residency requirement before you can change to most work visas. Confirm your program's status with your designated sponsor before accepting a position.
Verify your host organization's SEVIS compliance capacity
Your host employer must cooperate with your designated sponsor's monitoring obligations under the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). Confirm they'll provide required check-ins, maintain your training environment, and respond to sponsor inquiries throughout your program period.
Public Health J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a public health professional?
It depends on your career stage and placement type. Current graduate students conducting field research typically fall under Research Scholar. Early-career professionals gaining structured skills at a U.S. public health agency qualify as Trainees if they have a relevant degree and at least one year of experience. Mid-career specialists with deep expertise in a defined public health area may qualify under the Specialist category.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa in a public health placement?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like IIE, Cultural Vistas, or CIEE issue your DS-2019 form, enroll you in SEVIS, and monitor your program compliance. Your host public health agency or research institution is the placement site but is not your legal J-1 sponsor.
How do I find U.S. public health employers open to J-1 placements?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. public health roles and filter for employers who have worked with international professionals before. Since J-1 hosting requires the employer to cooperate with a designated sponsor's training plan and compliance monitoring, targeting organizations already familiar with the process significantly improves your chances of a successful placement.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to public health J-1 holders?
It often does. Public health J-1 programs are frequently funded by government sources or involve graduate-level training, both of which commonly trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). This means you'd need to return home for two years, or obtain a waiver, before changing to an H-1B visa or other work visa. Confirm your program's status with your designated sponsor before you accept an offer.
What documents does a J-1 public health Trainee need before the DS-2019 is issued?
Your designated sponsor will require a completed DS-7002 training plan signed by both you and your host organization, proof of your qualifying degree, evidence of at least one year of professional public health experience gained outside the U.S., and a letter from your host detailing your placement. Some sponsors also require proof of English proficiency and health insurance coverage meeting State Department minimums.