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Research Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa, most commonly under the Research Scholar or Trainee program category. Sponsorship is issued by a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the host employer directly. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM Engineering - Department of Academic Affairs (Marwa Mohamed Hassan (00008972))
Work Location:
2214 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Job Description:
Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level, which includes teaching sophomore level engineering and computer science undergraduate and/or graduate courses to test new educational methodologies and education/learning management modalities.
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80% Conduct innovative research in engineering education by integrating teaching and learning activities into experimental research on instructional methods. Provide instruction and advisement at the undergraduate and graduate levels—including courses, small group sessions, recitations, and study sessions—as a means of testing, refining, and evaluating new educational approaches. Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and interventions and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure their impact on student learning. Develop and apply experimental approaches within emerging education and learning management modalities. Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to identify challenges in engineering education, and pursue grant funding to support ongoing and new initiatives.
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15% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in education-related research and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
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5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in an Engineering Education or Engineering discipline. Demonstrated interest in engineering education research. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D in Engineering Education and 2-5 years of experience or more including graduate study.
- Background in a specific engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil).
- Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
- Familiarity with current trends and issues in engineering education.
- Experience with teaching or teaching assistance.
Special Instructions:
For questions concerning this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: Jessicawaters@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
September 16, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM Engineering - Department of Academic Affairs (Marwa Mohamed Hassan (00008972))
Work Location:
2214 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Job Description:
Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level, which includes teaching sophomore level engineering and computer science undergraduate and/or graduate courses to test new educational methodologies and education/learning management modalities.
-
80% Conduct innovative research in engineering education by integrating teaching and learning activities into experimental research on instructional methods. Provide instruction and advisement at the undergraduate and graduate levels—including courses, small group sessions, recitations, and study sessions—as a means of testing, refining, and evaluating new educational approaches. Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and interventions and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure their impact on student learning. Develop and apply experimental approaches within emerging education and learning management modalities. Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to identify challenges in engineering education, and pursue grant funding to support ongoing and new initiatives.
-
15% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in education-related research and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
-
5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in an Engineering Education or Engineering discipline. Demonstrated interest in engineering education research. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D in Engineering Education and 2-5 years of experience or more including graduate study.
- Background in a specific engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil).
- Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
- Familiarity with current trends and issues in engineering education.
- Experience with teaching or teaching assistance.
Special Instructions:
For questions concerning this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: Jessicawaters@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
September 16, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Research Analyst
Verify your DS-2019 program category fit
Research Analyst roles fall under Research Scholar if you hold a degree and are conducting independent research, or Trainee if you're building structured skills post-degree. Confirming the right category upfront prevents mismatches when the designated sponsor reviews your training plan.
Document your research credentials before applying
Designated sponsors require evidence of your academic qualifications and prior research experience before issuing a DS-2019. Assemble degree transcripts, published papers, lab affiliations, and a clear statement of your research objectives before approaching any host employer.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Universities, federal research institutes, think tanks, and science-focused nonprofits often have standing agreements with designated J-1 visa sponsors. Search for Research Analyst openings at these organizations on Migrate Mate, where roles are filtered by J-1 visa sponsorship alignment.
Check whether the 2-year home residency rule applies
Research Scholars funded by a foreign government or working in skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home-country residency requirement after their J-1 ends. Confirm your country and funding source with the designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Negotiate a training plan before the offer is finalized
The designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining your research objectives, methodologies, and timeline. Ask the host employer to draft this collaboratively with you before the offer letter is signed, so there are no delays during sponsor review.
Align your research scope with the host's institutional mission
Designated sponsors scrutinize whether your research activities genuinely match the host organization's stated purpose. Reviewing the host's published research agenda and framing your role around it strengthens the DS-2019 application and reduces back-and-forth with the sponsor.
Research Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Research Analyst role?
It depends on your career stage and what you'll be doing at the host organization. Research Scholar is the standard category for professionals conducting independent academic or scientific research at universities, research institutes, or government labs. Trainee applies if you're early-career and the role is structured around building specific research skills over a defined period, rather than leading your own research agenda.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Research Analyst, the employer or a separate organization?
The visa sponsor is always a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations like IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas issue the DS-2019 form and hold legal responsibility for your exchange program. The research institution or company where you work is the host, not the sponsor. Your employment offer from the host employer is one input into the sponsor's review process, not the sponsorship itself.
How do I find Research Analyst positions where the host employer already works with a J-1 sponsor?
Universities, federal agencies, and nonprofit research centers are the most reliable host employers because they maintain ongoing relationships with designated J-1 sponsors and understand the DS-2019 process. Migrate Mate lets you search Research Analyst roles filtered by J-1 sponsorship context, so you're targeting organizations already familiar with the process rather than educating employers from scratch.
Does the J-1 two-year home residency requirement affect Research Analysts?
It can. Research Scholars funded by their home government or employed in fields listed on the U.S. Exchange Visitor Skills List must return to their home country for two years before changing to most other visa categories. Whether this applies to you depends on your country of origin, funding source, and field of research. The designated sponsor reviews this during the DS-2019 issuance process and will flag it if you're subject to the requirement.
What documents does a Research Analyst typically need to secure J-1 sponsorship?
You'll need academic credentials, including degree certificates and transcripts, evidence of prior research experience such as publications or institutional affiliations, a research statement outlining your objectives at the host organization, and a training plan co-developed with the host employer. The designated sponsor uses these materials to assess whether your program qualifies as a legitimate exchange activity and to complete the DS-2019 issuance.