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AI Developer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, covering machine learning engineers, NLP specialists, and AI research roles. Canadian citizens can enter the U.S. the same day their TN is approved at the port of entry. Mexican citizens follow a consular appointment process with a defined annual allocation.
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INTRODUCTION
The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in artificial intelligence (AI) to advance comparative biomedical sciences and clinical veterinary medicine. We aim to build on existing strengths and foster collaborative opportunities across schools and colleges at UW-Madison to pioneer AI in veterinary medicine and to develop technologies that impact other health sciences. This position complements campus efforts through the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE)-AI initiative designed to help address significant, complex challenges and opportunities in AI through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration and increased student and educational opportunities.
There are excellent opportunities for the new faculty member to benefit from existing SVM and campus strengths in the comparative biomedical sciences, One Health, planetary health, and agricultural and food research. Faculty within the School of Veterinary Medicine train graduate students in the Comparative Biomedical Sciences Training Program and other campus graduate programs. They also serve as trainers on a variety of NIH training grants administered through the School and other units on campus. The new faculty member will be able to engage with resources and facilities including the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Influenza Research Institute, Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-borne Disease, Global Health Institute, Food Research Institute, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Wisconsin National Primate Research Center, Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene, Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research, Center for High-throughput Computing, Data Science Institute, and UW Extension Services. Additional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration exist across the School of Medicine and Public Health, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, College of Engineering, Nelson Institute of Environmental Studies, and School of Computer Data & Information Sciences.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a top-tier institution with an international reputation for basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research. UW-Madison regularly ranks in the top 5 among U.S. universities in overall research funding, surpassing $1.5 billion in annual research expenditures. The campus embraces a culture of collaboration, collegiality and inclusion, and the exceptionally high quality of life offered by Madison, Wisconsin provides an outstanding environment in which to pursue an academic career.
The UW School of Veterinary Medicine is a top ranked veterinary school with exceptional strengths in foundational and clinical/translational research in disciplines including infectious disease, oncology, orthopedics, diagnostic imaging, neuroscience, regenerative medicine and stem cell biology, developmental biology, and comparative ophthalmology. The School of Veterinary Medicine is a wonderful workplace with enthusiastic students, nurses, interns, residents, and other faculty specialists who work together to provide excellent veterinary medical care. The team at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine strives to provide outstanding programs in veterinary medical education, research, clinical practice, and service that enhances the health and welfare of both animals and people. The School of Veterinary Medicine makes a strong 12-month salary commitment to its faculty. Salary and a start-up package will be commensurate with the rank and experience of the successful candidate.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The candidate will participate in the School of Veterinary Medicine's research, teaching, and service programs. Specifically, the individual will be expected to conduct independent extramurally funded research in an area related to the application of AI to improve animal and human health; participate in courses for veterinary medical, undergraduate, or graduate students in relevant disciplines; train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows; and provide academic service to the Department, School of Veterinary Medicine, and University. The individual will also be expected to interact with faculty across campus in relevant disciplines. The approximate distribution of effort will be 70% research, 20% teaching, 10% academic service. Individuals with NIH K awards will commit 75% research effort during the award period.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Terminal Degree
PhD, DVM/VMD, MD or equivalent in veterinary medicine, animal sciences, biomedical sciences, computational sciences, or a closely related field by the start date of this position.
Education
Terminal Degree
HOW TO APPLY
Please click Apply Now to begin the process. You will be required to upload: 1) a cover letter with a brief description of research experience in the field; 2) a 2-3 page research plan; 3) a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy; and 4) a detailed curriculum vitae. In addition, applicants should provide names and email addresses for three references. For full consideration, all application materials should be received by July 1, 2026, though the position will remain open until filled.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For specific questions regarding this position, please contact the Search Committee co-Chairs: Dr. Doerte Doepfer (dopfer@wisc.edu) or Dr. Mostafa Zamanian (mzamanian@wisc.edu)
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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Align your credentials to the category
TN visa approval for AI Developer roles depends on fitting the Computer Systems Analyst classification. Your degree or experience must map directly to systems analysis, not just coding. A bachelor's in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field satisfies CBP officers most cleanly.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Before applying, verify a company has experience with visa sponsorship through recent filings for computer systems analyst or related roles. Employers unfamiliar with work visa processes often stall offers. Focusing on organizations with a track record of sponsoring work visas cuts the risk of a last-minute sponsorship refusal.
Prepare a role-specific support letter early
Your employer's TN support letter must explain why your AI Developer duties qualify as computer systems analysis under USMCA. Vague job descriptions are the most common CBP rejection trigger. Request a draft before your start date so you can flag scope gaps without rushing.
Search TN-specific job listings through Migrate Mate
Generic job boards don't filter for TN visa sponsorship or USMCA-eligible roles. Migrate Mate surfaces AI Developer positions where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship, saving you from applying to roles that will stall at the offer stage.
Clarify Canadian versus Mexican processing timelines
Canadian citizens can complete TN approval at the U.S. port of entry on the day they travel. Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview, which adds weeks to the timeline. Confirm with your employer which process applies and build that buffer into your start date negotiation.
Request indefinite renewals in your offer terms
Each TN approval covers up to three years, with no statutory cap on renewals. Negotiate renewal commitment language into your employment agreement before signing. Employers unfamiliar with TN often assume a fixed visa window and build unnecessary urgency into contract terms.
AI Developer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AI Developer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Most AI Developer roles qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst category in the USMCA TN schedule. CBP officers evaluate whether your actual duties involve analyzing, designing, or implementing computer systems. Titles like machine learning engineer, NLP engineer, or AI research scientist typically fit, provided your employer's support letter maps the role's responsibilities to that classification.
How does TN compare to H-1B for AI Developer roles?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires surviving a random lottery, waiting until October 1, and dealing with months of USCIS processing. For AI Developer roles that fit the Computer Systems Analyst category, TN is a faster, more predictable path than H-1B visa for eligible nationals.
Where can I find AI Developer jobs with confirmed TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists AI Developer roles where employers have confirmed TN visa sponsorship, so you're not wasting applications on companies that will stall at the offer stage. Filtering by TN eligibility up front is the most efficient way for Canadian and Mexican professionals to identify viable opportunities without starting the sponsorship conversation from scratch with every recruiter.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for an AI Developer job?
Yes, but Mexican TN applicants follow a different process than Canadians. You must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the port of entry, and Mexico's TN allocation is limited under USMCA. Schedule your consular appointment as early as possible and confirm with your employer that the start date accounts for consular processing time, which can run several weeks.
What happens to my TN status if my AI Developer role changes significantly?
TN status is tied to the specific role and employer approved in your original filing. If your duties shift materially, such as moving from applied AI engineering to pure research or into a management track, your employer should file an amended TN or seek a new approval before the role change takes effect. CBP can scrutinize renewals where the position description no longer matches the original letter.