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Assistant Professor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA college and university teacher category, which requires a Canadian or Mexican citizen, a qualifying academic appointment, and proof of citizenship. Canadians can secure TN status at the border with no cap. Mexican nationals apply through a U.S. consulate.
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The Department of Religious Studies at Davidson College invites applications for the position of Craig Family Distinguished Chair in Reformed Theology and Justice to begin July 1, 2027. This position is full-time, tenure track, and open to candidates of various ranks. Assistant professors will proceed according to our normal tenure process, while applicants at the associate and full professor levels should expect a one or two year tenure process after hiring. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. and have expertise in Christian Theology generally and Reformed Theology in particular, with attention to its historical and contemporary developments. The successful candidate’s teaching and research will also engage issues of ethics and justice in the contemporary world. Other areas of specialization are open, but competency in contextual theologies and/or world Christianities is especially welcome. We seek an individual with an active research program, dedication to pedagogical growth and excellence, and who values their role as a mentor and advisor to students.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a liberal arts college, Davidson is committed to collaborative intellectual life and research with undergraduates. The department of Religious Studies is excited to include the successful candidate in ongoing departmental conversations about the vital role of religious studies in the liberal arts curriculum. The college is a rich context for these conversations given its various initiatives, which include a collaboration with the Catawba Nation, the Davidson Forum, the D.G. and Harriet Wall Martin Institute for the Public Good, and the Trustee initiative on Reconciliation and Education.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should submit a (1) cover letter and (2) CV, as well as (3) the names and contact information for three people from whom letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later date. Because Davidson College is committed to access and opportunity for students from all backgrounds and perspectives, please include in your cover letter examples of how you have or will incorporate inclusive teaching and mentoring practices. Other materials will be solicited from short-listed candidates at a later date. Application materials are due no later than September 18, 2026 and can be submitted online at employment.davidson.edu.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Religious Studies at Davidson College invites applications for the position of Craig Family Distinguished Chair in Reformed Theology and Justice to begin July 1, 2027. This position is full-time, tenure track, and open to candidates of various ranks. Assistant professors will proceed according to our normal tenure process, while applicants at the associate and full professor levels should expect a one or two year tenure process after hiring. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. and have expertise in Christian Theology generally and Reformed Theology in particular, with attention to its historical and contemporary developments. The successful candidate’s teaching and research will also engage issues of ethics and justice in the contemporary world. Other areas of specialization are open, but competency in contextual theologies and/or world Christianities is especially welcome. We seek an individual with an active research program, dedication to pedagogical growth and excellence, and who values their role as a mentor and advisor to students.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a liberal arts college, Davidson is committed to collaborative intellectual life and research with undergraduates. The department of Religious Studies is excited to include the successful candidate in ongoing departmental conversations about the vital role of religious studies in the liberal arts curriculum. The college is a rich context for these conversations given its various initiatives, which include a collaboration with the Catawba Nation, the Davidson Forum, the D.G. and Harriet Wall Martin Institute for the Public Good, and the Trustee initiative on Reconciliation and Education.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should submit a (1) cover letter and (2) CV, as well as (3) the names and contact information for three people from whom letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later date. Because Davidson College is committed to access and opportunity for students from all backgrounds and perspectives, please include in your cover letter examples of how you have or will incorporate inclusive teaching and mentoring practices. Other materials will be solicited from short-listed candidates at a later date. Application materials are due no later than September 18, 2026 and can be submitted online at employment.davidson.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Professor
Match your credentials to the appointment type
TN visa college teacher status requires a qualifying academic appointment, not just a teaching role. Verify your offer letter specifies a faculty position at a regionally accredited institution before your employer begins the sponsorship process.
Get your foreign degree evaluated early
Canadian and Mexican degrees are generally recognized, but hiring departments often need a U.S. credential evaluation for tenure-track applications. Request a course-by-course evaluation before your on-campus interview to avoid delays at the offer stage.
Target institutions with existing international faculty
Research universities and doctoral-granting institutions file TN petitions regularly and have dedicated international faculty coordinators. Departments with existing Canadian or Mexican faculty on staff are significantly more likely to move quickly through the sponsorship paperwork.
Clarify adjunct versus tenure-track status with HR
TN status covers qualifying academic appointments, but some institutions treat adjunct contracts differently in their international hiring process. Confirm with HR whether your specific appointment type triggers their standard TN filing workflow before accepting any offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find departments actively sponsoring TN visas
Search Migrate Mate to identify academic employers with recent visa filings, so you can prioritize departments already experienced with visa sponsorship rather than educating HR from scratch.
Prepare your CBP package before crossing the border
Canadian nationals can obtain TN status at a port of entry without a prior petition. Bring your offer letter, proof of Canadian citizenship, degree transcripts, and a clear written summary of your duties to present to the CBP officer.
Assistant Professor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Professor role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The TN visa includes a college and university teacher category under USMCA, which covers tenure-track and qualifying faculty appointments at regionally accredited institutions. Your offer letter must clearly describe an academic faculty role. Administrative positions with incidental teaching duties typically do not qualify under this category.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Assistant Professor positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian nationals, making it far more predictable for academic hiring timelines. H-1B visa requires a cap-subject petition with lottery selection and a six-month wait. For Assistant Professor roles, TN is generally faster to obtain and renew, though it does not lead to permanent residence the way an employer-sponsored green card process can.
Can Mexican nationals get TN status for an Assistant Professor job?
Yes, but the process differs from Canada. Mexican nationals must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry. The appointment requires the same documentation as the Canadian process, including an offer letter from an accredited institution, proof of Mexican citizenship, and evidence of qualifying credentials.
Where can I find Assistant Professor jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search for Assistant Professor and other academic faculty positions filtered by employers familiar with the TN college and university teacher category, which makes it easier to target departments that won't require you to explain the visa from scratch.
What documents does my sponsoring institution need to file for TN status?
Your employer will typically need your offer letter, your proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship, transcripts or credential evaluations confirming your degree qualifications, and a written description of your duties. Canadian nationals can present these documents directly to a CBP officer at the border. Mexican nationals submit them as part of the consular visa application package.