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Data Science Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Systems Analyst category, which covers data strategy, modeling oversight, and analytics team leadership. Canadian citizens get same-day border approval; Mexican citizens use the consular process. No lottery, no cap waiting period for Canadians.
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OVERVIEW:
The Department of Software Engineering and Data Science in the College of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a Clinical (non-tenure track) faculty position with an expected start date of Fall 2027.
As one of the longest running graduate professional technology programs with over 5,000 alumni, the Department offers MS in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, and Information Technology. Successful candidates will contribute to the growth of the department through innovative and inclusive teaching and research at the graduate level. All applicants must have demonstrable skills necessary for excellence in teaching.
The College of Engineering is a student-focused institution with a strong practical curriculum. We emphasize education that provides technical excellence with a significant emphasis on real world applications. Faculty at St. Thomas have the freedom to grow and pursue excellence in their area of passion as educators and researchers.
Additional information about the department and programs offered can be found HERE.
About the University of St. Thomas
The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan centers, we are Minnesota’s largest private University with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. St. Thomas’ location in the vibrant metro-area community of Minneapolis-St Paul provides for an outstanding balance of life and work. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.
The College of Engineering actively seeks to attract, retain, and develop faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds to enhance the diversity of the learning community, and to offer our students richly varied perspectives.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Salary and Benefits
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
- Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
The salary range for this position is $70,500 to $105,000. The University of Saint Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the university may pay for position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree (U.S or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, AI, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science or related discipline is required, with significant industry experience.
How to Apply:
To be considered for this opportunity, all applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.
The application process consists of several required steps, completed in the order outlined below.
Step 1.
You will first be asked to create an applicant profile. As part of creating your profile, you must upload the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A written statement of teaching philosophy
Please upload only the documents specifically requested in the job posting at this stage. Do not upload any additional materials into other available fields.
Step 2.
After submitting your applicant profile, you will be directed to the job-specific application. During this step, you will be asked to:
- A cover letter
- Complete the voluntary EEO, Veteran, and Disability self-identification forms
Step 3.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide contact information for 3 professional references who can speak directly to your teaching experience and qualifications.
- No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.
- No other documents will be considered as part of the application.
Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by: August 15, 2026.
Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 10,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.
Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Data Science Manager
Align your credentials to Systems Analyst
TN visa sponsorship for Data Science Manager roles runs through the Systems Analyst category. Make sure your degree and job offer letter explicitly reference systems analysis, data systems design, or computational modeling, not just management titles.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search Migrate Mate's database of recent visa filings to find companies experienced with visa sponsorship for professional roles. These employers have demonstrated familiarity with work visa processes and will be better equipped to support your TN visa application and understand the documentation requirements.
Request a TN-specific offer letter before crossing
Canadian professionals can self-petition at the port of entry, but your offer letter must detail the role's analytical and data systems functions. A letter that reads as pure people management without technical duties creates unnecessary CBP scrutiny.
Clarify managerial scope during the offer stage
CBP officers sometimes question whether a Manager title is supervisory rather than technical. Get your offer letter to quantify that most of your time involves data architecture decisions, model evaluation, and systems analysis, not just team administration.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Filtering for companies willing to sponsor TN visas for data leadership roles takes time manually. Migrate Mate identifies employers with recent visa filings who have experience supporting work visa sponsorship, so you can focus outreach on companies already equipped to handle your TN application process.
Prepare credential equivalency documentation for Mexican applicants
Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate and face closer credential review than Canadians at the border. Have a degree equivalency evaluation ready if your Mexican university credential doesn't map directly to a U.S. bachelor's in computer science or a related field.
Data Science Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Science Manager role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification matters. Data Science Manager roles qualify under the TN Systems Analyst category, which covers professionals who design and oversee data systems, analytics pipelines, and modeling infrastructure. The role must be substantively technical, not purely supervisory. Your offer letter should describe the data systems design and analytical decision-making functions you'll perform, not just the team you'll manage.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Data Science Manager roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your petition, sometimes the same day you cross the border. H-1B visa requires entering a lottery with roughly 25 to 30 percent selection odds and a wait of up to a year before you can begin. For Canadian data professionals with a qualifying offer, TN is faster and more predictable. Mexican TN applicants use consular processing, which adds time but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What does a TN-sponsoring employer actually need to do for a Data Science Manager hire?
Unlike H-1B, TN does not require the employer to file a petition with USCIS in advance for Canadian nationals. The employer provides a detailed support letter describing the role's data science management functions, your qualifications, and the employment terms. You present that letter at the U.S. border or port of entry. For Mexican nationals, the employer's support letter accompanies your application at a U.S. consulate. No I-129 filing, no PERM, and no prevailing wage determinations are required for TN.
Where can I find Data Science Manager jobs that already support TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with recent visa filings, so you're not cold-pitching companies inexperienced with work visa sponsorship. Filtering by role and visa type narrows your search to organizations familiar with visa-sponsored hiring and prepared to provide the support letter your employer will need to present at the U.S. port of entry or consulate.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Data Science Manager?
Yes. TN status is employer-specific, so you need a new TN approval before starting with a different company. Canadian professionals can get the new TN approved at the border with a new offer letter from the incoming employer. Mexican nationals go back through consular processing. There is no grace period built into TN the way H-1B has a 60-day window, so timing your transition carefully around your start date matters.