TN Visa Behavior Technician Jobs
Behavior Technician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's psychology category, making this one of the more accessible paths for Canadian and Mexican professionals with relevant credentials. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require consular processing.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.
Job:
Assistant Professor of Neuroscience & Behavior
The Department of Neuroscience and Behavior at Barnard College, Columbia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning July 2027. The successful candidate will establish an innovative, externally funded research program in neuroscience. We are especially interested in candidates whose research advances our understanding of the mechanisms underlying learning and memory across levels of analysis. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the cellular, molecular, systems, or behavioral mechanisms of learning, memory encoding, consolidation, retrieval, developmental or lifespan changes in learning and memory, or neurological or psychiatric disorders. Candidates employing computational, behavioral, systems, cellular, molecular, or other integrative approaches are encouraged to apply.
Job Description:
Barnard is a premier liberal arts undergraduate college for women in New York City affiliated with Columbia University.
Barnard faculty are members of the vibrant Columbia University neuroscience community. They have extensive opportunities for collaboration across the university and New York City, including at the Zuckerman Institute, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and the New York State Psychiatric Institute. The Neuroscience and Behavior Department occupies a new state-of-the-art research facility.
Teaching responsibilities include four courses per year. The successful candidate will contribute to the Neuroscience and Behavior curriculum and will have the opportunity to develop courses aligned with their expertise, including learning and memory, behavioral neuroscience, systems neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, or related fields. We are especially interested in candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring and with experience or strong potential for engaging undergraduate researchers from diverse backgrounds.
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000
Review of applications will begin on approximately November 15, 2026 and may continue until the position is filled. The search committee plans to conduct Zoom interviews with semi-finalists around mid to late November 2026. Campus visits will be conducted around December 2026. For questions, contact neurosearch@barnard.edu.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience are required; teaching experience is desirable and will be considered in the evaluation of candidates.
Application Requirements
Only complete applications submitted via Workday will be considered.
Applicants are required to upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum file size: 5 MB)
A single PDF file (maximum file size: 30 MB) containing:
- Cover letter summarizing interest in and preparation for this particular position
- Teaching and mentoring statement that also addresses ability to work effectively with a student population that is broadly diverse
- Statement of research and scholarship interests
- Two representative publications
Only semi-finalists will be asked to identify at least three references. Referees will receive an email notification instructing them to upload confidential letters of recommendation within one week of receipt of the email.
Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnard does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability. Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Company:
Barnard College
Time Type:
Full time
INTRODUCTION
If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.
Job:
Assistant Professor of Neuroscience & Behavior
The Department of Neuroscience and Behavior at Barnard College, Columbia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning July 2027. The successful candidate will establish an innovative, externally funded research program in neuroscience. We are especially interested in candidates whose research advances our understanding of the mechanisms underlying learning and memory across levels of analysis. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the cellular, molecular, systems, or behavioral mechanisms of learning, memory encoding, consolidation, retrieval, developmental or lifespan changes in learning and memory, or neurological or psychiatric disorders. Candidates employing computational, behavioral, systems, cellular, molecular, or other integrative approaches are encouraged to apply.
Job Description:
Barnard is a premier liberal arts undergraduate college for women in New York City affiliated with Columbia University.
Barnard faculty are members of the vibrant Columbia University neuroscience community. They have extensive opportunities for collaboration across the university and New York City, including at the Zuckerman Institute, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and the New York State Psychiatric Institute. The Neuroscience and Behavior Department occupies a new state-of-the-art research facility.
Teaching responsibilities include four courses per year. The successful candidate will contribute to the Neuroscience and Behavior curriculum and will have the opportunity to develop courses aligned with their expertise, including learning and memory, behavioral neuroscience, systems neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, or related fields. We are especially interested in candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring and with experience or strong potential for engaging undergraduate researchers from diverse backgrounds.
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000
Review of applications will begin on approximately November 15, 2026 and may continue until the position is filled. The search committee plans to conduct Zoom interviews with semi-finalists around mid to late November 2026. Campus visits will be conducted around December 2026. For questions, contact neurosearch@barnard.edu.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience are required; teaching experience is desirable and will be considered in the evaluation of candidates.
Application Requirements
Only complete applications submitted via Workday will be considered.
Applicants are required to upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum file size: 5 MB)
A single PDF file (maximum file size: 30 MB) containing:
- Cover letter summarizing interest in and preparation for this particular position
- Teaching and mentoring statement that also addresses ability to work effectively with a student population that is broadly diverse
- Statement of research and scholarship interests
- Two representative publications
Only semi-finalists will be asked to identify at least three references. Referees will receive an email notification instructing them to upload confidential letters of recommendation within one week of receipt of the email.
Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnard does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability. Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Company:
Barnard College
Time Type:
Full time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Behavior Technician
Verify your credentials match TN requirements
TN visa sponsorship for Behavior Technicians typically routes through the psychology occupational category. Confirm your degree, RBT certification, or BCBA credentials align with what CBP officers expect before approaching employers.
Target employers who already file TN petitions
Applied behavior analysis clinics, autism treatment centers, and school districts with established HR compliance teams are far more likely to sponsor TN visas than smaller private practices encountering the process for the first time.
Search TN-eligible roles at visa-sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Behavior Technician openings by employers with recent visa filings, so you're not spending time on roles where the hiring team lacks experience with work visa sponsorship.
Get your offer letter language right
The TN offer letter must specify your job title, duties, intended length of employment, and educational requirements of the position. Vague letters citing 'behavioral support' without referencing the psychology category create unnecessary friction at the port of entry.
Prepare for the psychology category documentation gap
CBP does not publish an exhaustive list of qualifying roles. Bring your degree transcripts, your RBT or BCBA certificate, and a letter from your employer linking your duties explicitly to psychology-based behavioral assessment and intervention.
Understand Mexican citizens face a separate filing path
Unlike Canadians who can self-sponsor at the border, Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate. Factor in consular appointment wait times when negotiating your start date with a prospective employer.
Behavior Technician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Behavior Technician role qualify for TN visa status?
Behavior Technician positions can qualify under the TN psychology occupational category, but the fit is not automatic. CBP officers assess whether your specific duties involve psychological principles and behavioral assessment, not just task-based support work. Bringing your RBT or BCBA credentials and a detailed employer letter explaining how your role applies psychology strengthens your case significantly at the port of entry or consulate.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Behavior Technician jobs?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month waiting period, making it far more predictable for Behavior Technicians than the H-1B visa. H-1B selection is random and only opens once a year, meaning you could wait over a year before starting work. TN status, by contrast, can be obtained at a Canadian port of entry the same day your offer letter is ready.
What documents do I need to bring to the border as a Canadian Behavior Technician?
You'll need a valid Canadian passport, a TN support letter from your employer detailing your job title, duties, and qualifications, your academic transcripts or degree certificate, and your RBT or BCBA credential documentation. CBP officers have discretion, so the clearer your letter links behavioral technician duties to the psychology category, the smoother your entry. Do not rely on verbal explanations alone.
How can I find Behavior Technician employers who will sponsor TN visas?
Most employers won't advertise TN sponsorship explicitly, so filtering by those with prior USMCA filing experience saves significant time. Migrate Mate lets you search Behavior Technician roles specifically filtered for TN visa sponsorship, connecting you with employers already familiar with the process rather than ones encountering it for the first time during your job offer.
Can I extend my TN status if my Behavior Technician job continues?
Yes. TN status is granted in up to three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you maintain qualifying employment. You can extend by filing Form I-129 with USCIS from inside the U.S. or by applying at the border with an updated employer support letter. There is no lifetime cap on renewals, making TN a sustainable long-term option for Behavior Technicians with ongoing employment.