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Assistant Professor roles are among the strongest OPT matches for international doctoral graduates. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT, and many universities are experienced H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsors, giving you a clear path to extend work authorization beyond your initial OPT period.
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Title: Lecturer (Aeronautical Science)
Position Number: LECTURER
Hiring Unit: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resource Management (CAFNRM)
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: August 7, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Information: Applicable Minimum for the Academic Year
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Lecturer applicant pool for Academic Year 2026-2027. Positions are part-time, temporary, non-tenure, and contingent upon course offerings, sufficient student enrollment, position clearance and availability of funding. Must be available to teach courses during the day, evening, weekend, and/or via distance learning, as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach assigned courses in the appropriate discipline. Course offerings are for the following:
- AERS 101 Private Pilot Operations
- AERS 260 Aircraft Systems & Instruments
- AERS 470 Airline Operations
- Other related courses as needed (lecture and/or lab)
- Prepare course schedule, syllabus, and reports related to teaching and student progress.
- Work under the supervision of discipline chairperson.
- Maintain minimum of one office hour per week for each course taught.
- Commitment to principles of higher education and philosophy is essential.
- Possible evening, weekend, and off-campus assignments, and also distance learning assignments for courses taught via the Internet. (For some teaching fields, openings may only be available for classes offered off-campus or taught online).
- Other related tasks and/or duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) may be required for some courses.
- Possession of current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) CFI and ATP licenses may be required for some courses.
- Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level including hands-on courses.
- Demonstrated experience in program management and community outreach.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations.
To Apply:
A complete application must include:
- Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
- A current Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
- Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).
Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
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Inquiries: Roberto Rodriguez III, roberto6@hawaii.edu
Please indicate which course(s) or discipline(s) you are inquiring about.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Description
Title: Lecturer (Aeronautical Science)
Position Number: LECTURER
Hiring Unit: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resource Management (CAFNRM)
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: August 7, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Information: Applicable Minimum for the Academic Year
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Lecturer applicant pool for Academic Year 2026-2027. Positions are part-time, temporary, non-tenure, and contingent upon course offerings, sufficient student enrollment, position clearance and availability of funding. Must be available to teach courses during the day, evening, weekend, and/or via distance learning, as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach assigned courses in the appropriate discipline. Course offerings are for the following:
- AERS 101 Private Pilot Operations
- AERS 260 Aircraft Systems & Instruments
- AERS 470 Airline Operations
- Other related courses as needed (lecture and/or lab)
- Prepare course schedule, syllabus, and reports related to teaching and student progress.
- Work under the supervision of discipline chairperson.
- Maintain minimum of one office hour per week for each course taught.
- Commitment to principles of higher education and philosophy is essential.
- Possible evening, weekend, and off-campus assignments, and also distance learning assignments for courses taught via the Internet. (For some teaching fields, openings may only be available for classes offered off-campus or taught online).
- Other related tasks and/or duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) may be required for some courses.
- Possession of current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) CFI and ATP licenses may be required for some courses.
- Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level including hands-on courses.
- Demonstrated experience in program management and community outreach.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations.
To Apply:
A complete application must include:
- Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
- A current Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
- Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).
Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Roberto Rodriguez III, roberto6@hawaii.edu
Please indicate which course(s) or discipline(s) you are inquiring about.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Assistant Professor
Target R1 and R2 research universities first
Research-intensive universities file H-1B visa and O-1 petitions regularly and have dedicated international faculty offices. They're far more likely to sponsor work authorization than small liberal arts colleges or community colleges with limited HR infrastructure.
Apply before your OPT clock becomes a concern
Faculty hiring cycles run 12 to 18 months ahead of the start date. Applying early means your OPT expiration is less likely to overlap awkwardly with the offer timeline, reducing friction for the hiring committee and department chair.
Address work authorization directly in your cover letter
Briefly note that you're on F-1 OPT and will require H-1B or O-1 sponsorship. Framing it as a standard administrative step, not a complication, prevents it from surfacing as a surprise objection late in the hiring process.
Lean on your dissertation advisor and committee for endorsements
Faculty searches weigh letters of recommendation heavily. Advisors with strong reputations at the hiring institution can signal that sponsorship costs are worth it, especially when the field is competitive and your research profile is compelling.
Confirm your OPT STEM eligibility if your field qualifies
STEM OPT extension adds 24 months to your authorization period if your degree is in a qualifying field. Many STEM-adjacent disciplines qualify, including economics, statistics, and computer science, giving departments more runway before H-1B sponsorship is needed.
Prepare a clear one-page immigration timeline for offers
Once you receive an offer, provide HR with a concise document showing your OPT expiration date, cap-gap eligibility, and H-1B filing deadlines. Departments that understand the timeline move faster and make fewer administrative errors during sponsorship.
Assistant Professor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Assistant Professor on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Assistant Professor roles qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules because they require at minimum a doctoral degree in a specific academic field. Your OPT EAD authorizes full-time employment, and a faculty appointment at a university counts as a valid OPT job. STEM OPT extension applies if your degree falls under a qualifying CIP code.
Do universities typically sponsor Assistant Professors for H-1B visas?
Most research universities and four-year colleges do sponsor Assistant Professors for H-1B or O-1 visas, and many have in-house immigration counsel or established relationships with immigration law firms. Smaller institutions or community colleges are less consistent. Checking a university's history of H-1B filings through public DOL disclosure data before applying is a practical first step.
Where can I find Assistant Professor jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Assistant Professor positions from employers with verified histories of sponsoring international workers. Filtering by role and visa type lets you focus on universities that are realistically open to candidates on OPT, saving time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship hesitance late in the process.
What happens to my OPT if my academic job starts after my EAD expires?
If you have an H-1B petition filed on time, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT status through September 30 of that year. If the H-1B is selected and approved, your status transitions on October 1. If you're not eligible for H-1B cap-gap, your employment must begin and continue within your valid OPT window.
Does teaching count toward my OPT practical training requirement?
Yes, provided the teaching is directly related to your degree field. An Assistant Professor teaching courses in your discipline satisfies the OPT requirement that employment be in a job related to your major area of study. Research and service obligations that form part of a standard faculty appointment also count toward your authorized practical training activity.