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Faculty Position jobs on OPT are available at universities, community colleges, and research institutions that routinely hire international scholars. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules, and STEM OPT extensions apply if your field falls under an eligible CIP code, giving you up to three years of work authorization.
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For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
The Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education fosters a healthier tomorrow by preparing the next generation of committed, compassionate professionals in interprofessional areas of health. Through engaged learning and innovative applied research, we address the multifaceted determinants of health and wellness for individuals, populations, and global communities.
Our undergraduate programs in Integrated Health Sciences, Public Health, and Health and Physical Activity Leadership (including Health & Physical Education Teacher Certification and Coaching) equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences to pursue impactful careers or advanced studies in a wide range of health-related disciplines. We also offer graduate coursework in the growing field of mHealth.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions in the Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education (for the Public Health Program & Integrated Health Sciences Program) for the academic year 2026-2027. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positions are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in public health or integrated health science, including health systems, policy and healthcare administration.
Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Public Health, Health Science, Health Services Administration or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.
OR
- A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline is required at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses
Required Documents to Attach
- CV
- Cover letter including a brief teaching philosophy, a list of specific courses of interest with PH or IHS prefix, and course modality availability (in person, hybrid, online).
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
- Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Andrew Peachey, DrPH, apeache1@kennesaw.edu.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
About us
For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
The Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education fosters a healthier tomorrow by preparing the next generation of committed, compassionate professionals in interprofessional areas of health. Through engaged learning and innovative applied research, we address the multifaceted determinants of health and wellness for individuals, populations, and global communities.
Our undergraduate programs in Integrated Health Sciences, Public Health, and Health and Physical Activity Leadership (including Health & Physical Education Teacher Certification and Coaching) equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences to pursue impactful careers or advanced studies in a wide range of health-related disciplines. We also offer graduate coursework in the growing field of mHealth.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions in the Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education (for the Public Health Program & Integrated Health Sciences Program) for the academic year 2026-2027. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positions are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in public health or integrated health science, including health systems, policy and healthcare administration.
Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Public Health, Health Science, Health Services Administration or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.
OR
- A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline is required at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses
Required Documents to Attach
- CV
- Cover letter including a brief teaching philosophy, a list of specific courses of interest with PH or IHS prefix, and course modality availability (in person, hybrid, online).
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
- Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Andrew Peachey, DrPH, apeache1@kennesaw.edu.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Faculty Position
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Faculty positions typically require a master's or doctoral degree in a specific discipline, which satisfies OPT specialty occupation requirements. Confirm the job posting explicitly states a degree requirement in your field before applying to avoid authorization issues.
Target institutions with established international hiring experience
Research universities and large community college systems hire international faculty regularly and have dedicated HR processes for OPT and H-1B paperwork. Smaller private colleges may lack that infrastructure, making the sponsorship conversation significantly harder to navigate.
Distinguish between tenure-track and visiting faculty roles
Visiting faculty and postdoctoral positions are often hired on shorter timelines and are more likely to accommodate OPT authorization quickly. Tenure-track roles involve longer processes, which can create timing mismatches if your OPT window is narrow.
Leverage STEM OPT if your discipline qualifies
STEM fields including computer science, engineering, biology, and economics have eligible CIP codes that allow a 24-month OPT extension. A three-year total authorization window makes you a more practical hire for departments planning around H-1B sponsorship timelines.
Address visa status proactively in your cover letter
Faculty search committees often lack HR fluency on OPT rules. A brief, clear statement explaining your current authorization status and expected H-1B eligibility removes uncertainty and signals professionalism, reducing the likelihood your application is set aside without consideration.
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Can I work as a faculty member on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Faculty positions at accredited colleges and universities generally qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules because they require a specific advanced degree. Your work must be directly related to your degree field. If you're teaching or researching in a STEM-eligible discipline, you may also qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total authorization.
Do faculty jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree field, not the job title itself. STEM OPT eligibility is tied to your degree's CIP code. Faculty in computer science, engineering, mathematics, biology, and economics are commonly eligible. Humanities, fine arts, and social work disciplines typically are not. Confirm your CIP code with your designated school official before assuming eligibility.
Will universities sponsor H-1B visas for faculty positions?
Most research universities and large public institutions sponsor H-1B visas for full-time faculty, particularly for tenure-track roles. Visiting faculty and adjunct positions are less consistently sponsored. Cap-exempt institutions, including universities and affiliated nonprofits, can file H-1B petitions at any time without waiting for the annual lottery, which significantly improves your odds of transitioning from OPT.
Where can I find faculty jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists faculty and academic positions from employers experienced with international work authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers helps you focus on institutions that have hired F-1 candidates before and are familiar with the paperwork. Browsing by discipline on Migrate Mate can help you identify departments actively recruiting in your field.
Does teaching as a graduate assistant count toward my OPT?
Graduate assistantships during your program are authorized under your F-1 student status, not OPT. Post-completion OPT is separate and begins after you graduate. Work as a faculty member, postdoctoral researcher, or instructor after graduation counts toward your OPT employment requirement, as long as it directly relates to your degree field and averages at least 20 hours per week.
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