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Agriculture roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals in positions like agronomist, animal scientist, and soil scientist. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or port of entry with no cap, while Mexican nationals require a consular visa appointment.
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Adjunct Assistant Professor of Economics of Agriculture Processing and Contracts
Appointment Type:
Faculty
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Economics seeks to hire a non-tenure-track Adjunct Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics with interests in the economics of agricultural processing and agricultural contracts. The approximate division of responsibilities for this position is 15% research, 25% teaching, 55% extension and outreach, and 5% institutional service. The appointment term is three years, renewable upon satisfactory performance. The home college for the position is the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
The individual in this position is expected to develop a nationally recognized research and outreach program in the economics surrounding agricultural processing, including contract design and industrial organization. The research and outreach program will be expected to address critical issues for Iowa’s evolving agricultural processing sector. The individual will maintain one or more active projects under the auspices of the Iowa Agriculture and Home Economics Experiment Station.
The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate across departments, extension units, and university centers. The research and teaching activities are envisioned to be synergistic with the outreach activities. A natural outcome of these activities will be applied outreach materials targeting producers, agribusiness professionals, and other relevant groups; original research in agricultural economics leading to publications in appropriate refereed journals and other professional outlets; and presentations at professional conferences. The successful candidate will be expected to generate extramural funds to support outreach and research activities. Opportunities will exist to serve on graduate academic plan committees. The candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The teaching assignment is expected to be approximately 2 courses per year.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
* Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong training in microeconomics and quantitative methods
Strong evidence of research interests in one or more of the following fields: agricultural processing, contract design, and industrial organization
Demonstrated ability to communicate economic ideas in public forums
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in extension and outreach
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in college teaching of commodity marketing and risk analysis
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in research
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Economics, with approximately 35 faculty, has a long tradition of excellence in education, research, and engagement with the community. Our undergraduate program is the academic home to about 500 students in three different majors. Our graduate program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in economics and agricultural economics, and has placed graduates in vital positions in academia, government, and industry throughout the world. Faculty research covers a broad spectrum ranging from theoretical analyses to applied policy studies. The department is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The Iowa State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.
Central to Iowa State University’s mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 cross-disciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields.
Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2027
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2030
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application.
To guarantee full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2026. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online by submitting or attaching the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application addressing your qualifications for the position
3) Recent example of research (job paper)
4) Contact information for at least three references
5) Contact Information including email addresses for three references to provide Letters of Recommendation (these may be the same contacts as item #4 or different).
If you have questions about this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, John Crespi, at jcrespi@iastate.edu.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
September 9, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R19914
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Position Title:
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Economics of Agriculture Processing and Contracts
Appointment Type:
Faculty
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Economics seeks to hire a non-tenure-track Adjunct Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics with interests in the economics of agricultural processing and agricultural contracts. The approximate division of responsibilities for this position is 15% research, 25% teaching, 55% extension and outreach, and 5% institutional service. The appointment term is three years, renewable upon satisfactory performance. The home college for the position is the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
The individual in this position is expected to develop a nationally recognized research and outreach program in the economics surrounding agricultural processing, including contract design and industrial organization. The research and outreach program will be expected to address critical issues for Iowa’s evolving agricultural processing sector. The individual will maintain one or more active projects under the auspices of the Iowa Agriculture and Home Economics Experiment Station.
The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate across departments, extension units, and university centers. The research and teaching activities are envisioned to be synergistic with the outreach activities. A natural outcome of these activities will be applied outreach materials targeting producers, agribusiness professionals, and other relevant groups; original research in agricultural economics leading to publications in appropriate refereed journals and other professional outlets; and presentations at professional conferences. The successful candidate will be expected to generate extramural funds to support outreach and research activities. Opportunities will exist to serve on graduate academic plan committees. The candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The teaching assignment is expected to be approximately 2 courses per year.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
* Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong training in microeconomics and quantitative methods
Strong evidence of research interests in one or more of the following fields: agricultural processing, contract design, and industrial organization
Demonstrated ability to communicate economic ideas in public forums
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in extension and outreach
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in college teaching of commodity marketing and risk analysis
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in research
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Economics, with approximately 35 faculty, has a long tradition of excellence in education, research, and engagement with the community. Our undergraduate program is the academic home to about 500 students in three different majors. Our graduate program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in economics and agricultural economics, and has placed graduates in vital positions in academia, government, and industry throughout the world. Faculty research covers a broad spectrum ranging from theoretical analyses to applied policy studies. The department is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The Iowa State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.
Central to Iowa State University’s mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 cross-disciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields.
Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2027
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2030
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application.
To guarantee full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2026. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online by submitting or attaching the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application addressing your qualifications for the position
3) Recent example of research (job paper)
4) Contact information for at least three references
5) Contact Information including email addresses for three references to provide Letters of Recommendation (these may be the same contacts as item #4 or different).
If you have questions about this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, John Crespi, at jcrespi@iastate.edu.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
September 9, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R19914
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Agriculture
Verify your credential matches the TN category
Agriculture is a broad field, but TN visa eligibility is narrow. Confirm your degree and job duties align with a recognized USMCA category like agronomist or animal scientist before applying to roles.
Target employers with existing agricultural research infrastructure
Universities, USDA-affiliated research stations, and large agribusiness operations are more likely to have HR teams familiar with TN sponsorship. Seek roles tied to R&D or technical programs rather than seasonal field work.
Get your credentials assessed before crossing the border
Canadians presenting at a port of entry have one shot to make their case to a CBP officer. Prepare a credential evaluation letter showing your degree maps to the specific TN occupation listed in your offer letter.
Ask the employer to frame duties using USMCA language
Your job offer letter must describe duties consistent with a qualifying professional occupation. Generic titles like 'farm manager' won't qualify. Ensure the letter specifies technical responsibilities tied to life sciences, agronomy, or animal health.
Search TN-eligible agriculture roles through Migrate Mate
Finding employers who actively support TN sponsorship in agriculture is harder than in tech. Migrate Mate filters job listings by TN eligibility so you're not guessing which employers will engage with USMCA-based work authorization.
Plan around Mexican nationals' annual TN cap
Unlike Canadians, Mexican nationals are subject to a 5,500 annual TN allocation and must obtain a visa at a U.S. consulate. Apply early in the fiscal year, as consulate appointment availability varies significantly by location.
Agriculture TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
What agriculture jobs actually qualify for TN visa status?
The USMCA TN category recognizes a limited set of agriculture-related professions: agronomist, animal breeder, animal scientist, apiculturist, horticulturalist, plant breeder, poultry scientist, and soil scientist, among others. General farming, crop harvesting, and field labor roles do not qualify. Your job duties must reflect a professional or scientific function tied to your degree.
How does TN compare to H-1B for agriculture professionals?
TN is almost always the better path for agriculture professionals from Canada or Mexico. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no employer sponsorship petition required with USCIS. H-1B visa subjects you to a random selection process with roughly a one-in-four chance. TN can be secured at a port of entry or consulate within days of receiving a qualifying job offer.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find agriculture employers who understand TN sponsorship?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and filters roles by USMCA eligibility. Agriculture sponsorship can be harder to identify than in other fields because many ag employers haven't documented their TN history publicly. Migrate Mate surfaces opportunities where TN sponsorship is already part of the hiring conversation.
What documents do I need when applying for TN status as an agriculture professional?
You'll need a job offer letter from your U.S. employer that identifies the TN category, describes your professional duties, states the employment duration, and confirms it's a prearranged position. You'll also need proof of citizenship and your academic credentials. Canadian citizens present these at the border; Mexican nationals submit them at a U.S. consulate for a visa stamp.
Can a soil scientist or agronomist working for a Canadian employer get TN status for cross-border projects?
TN status requires employment by a U.S. entity, not a Canadian or Mexican employer sending you on assignment. If you're being brought in as a consultant through a Canadian firm, the work arrangement must still meet USMCA professional service requirements, and you'd need to demonstrate a clear employer-employee or client relationship with the U.S. party.