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Developer Relations roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Computer Systems Analyst category when the position requires systems integration, API evangelism, or technical program support tied to a specific degree. Canadian citizens can obtain TN status at the border or port of entry. Mexican citizens require consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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School/College College of Arts and Sciences
Title College of Arts and Sciences - Assistant Professor (Public Relations) - Department of Communication Studies
Assignment Category Full-Time
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Payroll Status Faculty 9
Job Description
The Department of Communication Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2027. The teaching load is eight courses per academic year (4/4). We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching across a range of communication and public relations courses.
Primary teaching responsibilities include a sequence of Public Relations courses, such as Introduction to Public Relations, Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Methods, and Public Relations Campaigns, as well as related courses including Sports Public Relations and Digital Media. Additional teaching opportunities may include courses in Advertising, Graphic Design, Social Media, Ethics and Leadership, Media Writing, Crisis Communication and Management, and Special Event Planning, depending on the successful candidate’s expertise and experience. Courses are offered in both in-person and online formats.
The department is home to an award-winning chapter of PRCA/PRSSA at UAB. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience advising successful student organizations or demonstrated interest in mentoring and supporting student professional development through engagement with the chapter. The Department of Communication Studies at UAB offers B.A. and M.A. degrees in Communication and serves the core curriculum. See the departmental website for more information.
Qualified applicants should upload the following application materials:
1) a cover letter indicating how the candidate’s qualifications and experience prepare them for this position.
2) a curriculum vitae.
3) a teaching portfolio, including a teaching philosophy statement, summaries of course evaluations, documentation of teaching awards or recognitions, and other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
4) names and contact information for three professional references.
5) sample syllabi of courses taught.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications submitted by December 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact the search committee chair, Jacquelyn S. Shaia at jsshaia@uab.edu.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is home to 19 academic departments and six Centers and Institutes. Our 19 departments — home to over 300 full-time faculty and more than 58 baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees — make us the largest academic entity in the UAB academic enterprise. We are home to research centers, community outreach programs, and interdisciplinary cooperation.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches, and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social, and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state, and beyond. UAB is internationally renowned for its intensely collaborative culture that has — for more than five decades — produced breakthroughs in education, health care, research, and service. UAB was ranked #1 in the United States for 2018 and 2019 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, Young University Rankings. In 2021, Forbes named UAB as America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, topping a list of more than 500 public and private corporations, hospitals, universities, Fortune 500 companies and more, across dozens of industries. Most recently, UAB earned the distinction of being named to the 2025 Great Colleges to Work For Honor Roll.
Required Qualifications
The successful applicant must have a terminal degree (PhD or MFA) in Public Relations, Communication, Media or a closely related discipline by August 15, 2027.
Preferred Qualifications
We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching across a range of communication and public relations courses.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2922P
Open Date 10/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Nondiscrimination Statement
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The uploaded teaching portfolio should include: a teaching philosophy statement, summaries of course evaluations, documentation of teaching awards or recognitions, and other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)
Position Information
School/College College of Arts and Sciences
Title College of Arts and Sciences - Assistant Professor (Public Relations) - Department of Communication Studies
Assignment Category Full-Time
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Payroll Status Faculty 9
Job Description
The Department of Communication Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2027. The teaching load is eight courses per academic year (4/4). We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching across a range of communication and public relations courses.
Primary teaching responsibilities include a sequence of Public Relations courses, such as Introduction to Public Relations, Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Methods, and Public Relations Campaigns, as well as related courses including Sports Public Relations and Digital Media. Additional teaching opportunities may include courses in Advertising, Graphic Design, Social Media, Ethics and Leadership, Media Writing, Crisis Communication and Management, and Special Event Planning, depending on the successful candidate’s expertise and experience. Courses are offered in both in-person and online formats.
The department is home to an award-winning chapter of PRCA/PRSSA at UAB. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience advising successful student organizations or demonstrated interest in mentoring and supporting student professional development through engagement with the chapter. The Department of Communication Studies at UAB offers B.A. and M.A. degrees in Communication and serves the core curriculum. See the departmental website for more information.
Qualified applicants should upload the following application materials:
1) a cover letter indicating how the candidate’s qualifications and experience prepare them for this position.
2) a curriculum vitae.
3) a teaching portfolio, including a teaching philosophy statement, summaries of course evaluations, documentation of teaching awards or recognitions, and other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
4) names and contact information for three professional references.
5) sample syllabi of courses taught.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications submitted by December 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact the search committee chair, Jacquelyn S. Shaia at jsshaia@uab.edu.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is home to 19 academic departments and six Centers and Institutes. Our 19 departments — home to over 300 full-time faculty and more than 58 baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees — make us the largest academic entity in the UAB academic enterprise. We are home to research centers, community outreach programs, and interdisciplinary cooperation.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches, and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social, and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state, and beyond. UAB is internationally renowned for its intensely collaborative culture that has — for more than five decades — produced breakthroughs in education, health care, research, and service. UAB was ranked #1 in the United States for 2018 and 2019 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, Young University Rankings. In 2021, Forbes named UAB as America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, topping a list of more than 500 public and private corporations, hospitals, universities, Fortune 500 companies and more, across dozens of industries. Most recently, UAB earned the distinction of being named to the 2025 Great Colleges to Work For Honor Roll.
Required Qualifications
The successful applicant must have a terminal degree (PhD or MFA) in Public Relations, Communication, Media or a closely related discipline by August 15, 2027.
Preferred Qualifications
We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching across a range of communication and public relations courses.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2922P
Open Date 10/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Nondiscrimination Statement
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The uploaded teaching portfolio should include: a teaching philosophy statement, summaries of course evaluations, documentation of teaching awards or recognitions, and other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Developer Relations
Frame your credentials around Computer Systems Analyst
Developer Relations doesn't appear by name on the TN visa occupation list. You'll need a job offer letter that maps your duties to Computer Systems Analyst criteria, referencing your degree in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field.
Build a portfolio of cross-functional technical work
CBP officers evaluate whether your role requires theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge. Developer advocacy, SDK documentation, and API integration projects are stronger evidence than community management or marketing-adjacent duties.
Target companies with active developer platform businesses
Employers running API-first products, cloud developer tools, or open-source ecosystems are already structured to articulate technical sponsorship cases. Their legal teams understand how to write TN support letters for technical advocacy roles.
Search for TN-ready roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Developer Relations openings by employers with TN visa sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship isn't offered before you've had a single conversation with a recruiter.
Ask recruiters to confirm the qualifying occupation category
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the employer's immigration counsel has confirmed the Computer Systems Analyst classification for the role. Misclassification at a land port or consulate causes immediate refusal with no grace period for Canadians.
Mexican professionals should apply for consular appointments early
Mexico's TN allocation is capped annually, and consular wait times vary significantly by post. File your DS-160 and schedule your appointment at a U.S. consulate in Mexico as soon as your offer letter and employer support letter are ready.
Developer Relations TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Developer Relations qualify for a TN visa?
It can, but the job title itself doesn't appear on the TN occupation list. The role must qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst category, which means your duties need to involve systems analysis, technical integration, or application of specialized computing knowledge. Purely community management or marketing-focused DevRel roles are harder to support under this classification.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Developer Relations roles?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, so you can start a Developer Relations role as soon as you have a qualifying offer and the right documentation. H-1B visa requires surviving a random lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate in recent fiscal years and then waiting until October 1 to begin work. TN is also renewable indefinitely in three-year increments, making it a practical long-term path for DevRel professionals at U.S. employers.
What documentation does a Developer Relations employer need to provide?
Your employer must issue a detailed support letter describing your specific duties, confirming the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, and explicitly referencing the Computer Systems Analyst TN category. The letter should tie your technical advocacy, API integration, or developer program work to systems analysis functions. Canadian citizens present this letter directly at the port of entry; Mexican citizens submit it as part of their consular visa application.
How do I find Developer Relations jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Developer Relations openings filtered by employers that offer TN visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship details at the listing level, which means you often spend weeks in a process before learning sponsorship isn't available for your status. Targeting companies that have already sponsored TN professionals cuts that uncertainty early.
Can Mexican citizens use the TN visa for Developer Relations roles the same way Canadians can?
The qualifying occupation criteria are identical, but the process differs significantly. Canadian citizens apply at a U.S. land border or pre-clearance airport and can get TN status the same day. Mexican citizens must schedule and attend a consular interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico, and Mexico's annual TN allocation is capped, so timing your application matters. Processing timelines at consulates vary by post and season.