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Food Service Director roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant and Hotel/Restaurant Management categories, giving Canadian citizens cap-free access and Mexican nationals a defined allocation. Employers prepare a support letter outlining the role requirements and your qualifications, which you present at the U.S. port of entry (Canada) or U.S. consulate (Mexico), so having your credentials and job offer documentation ready accelerates the process significantly.
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The Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University (the Institute) seeks an outstanding postdoctoral fellow to work on an original nutrient profiling system, Food Compass, under the mentorship and guidance of Institute Director Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian.
Bringing together research, training, patient services, policy development, and community engagement, the Institute aims to serve as a catalyst to drive change, improve health, reduce health disparities, and create a more equitable and resilient healthcare system that recognizes the power of nourishing food. Its efforts are centered in health equity to work collaboratively with and improve the lives of traditionally marginalized, vulnerable populations. The Institute also hosts and builds networks with partnerships with stakeholders within and beyond healthcare to ensure that efforts advance well-being and policy broadly and reach the people who need them most.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This is a full-time (12 months per year) position with an anticipated duration of 2-3 years, subject to annual review and renewal based on performance and available funding. The position is based in Boston, MA, and requires regular in-person work. Flexible and hybrid arrangements (e.g., 1–2 days per week remote) may be considered; fully remote work is not available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The start date is negotiable. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development, travel, and collaboration with leading researchers and partners.
The successful candidate will meaningfully contribute to advancing the development, expansion, and application of Food Compass across various partnerships. This may include research and activities related to:
- Updating and expanding the Food Compass algorithm according to the latest science, including expansion to include novel health-related bioactive attributes;
- Supporting ongoing work and manuscripts, including related data manipulation and harmonization of large U.S. branded food databases, including application of AI tools for nutrient attribute coding, ingredient extraction, and large-scale dataset harmonization;
- Leading analyses describing dietary intake in the United States and internationally using Food Compass and existing dietary data from major data sources, including the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the USDA Branded Foods Database, UK Biobank, and others;
- Collaborating with food retailers, healthcare systems, international health-focused government agencies, nutrition-focused venture capital firms and coalitions, and other organizations to advance the role of NPS in consumer education and the creation of a healthier and more equitable food environment;
- Disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders, including the scientific community, food system leaders, legislative bodies, and advocacy groups and agencies.
The fellow will work within a close-knit, collegial multi-disciplinary team of other trainees, students, and staff within the Institute. In addition to mentoring from Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the fellow will interact with and gain knowledge and experience from a range of other expert faculty across the Institute and beyond. The fellow will also benefit from meetings, seminars, and coalitions of multi-sector leaders in Food is Medicine including healthcare, community-based, retail, policy, and advocacy organizations. The training program will emphasize the design and publication of original analyses and manuscripts as first author, career development, and transition toward an independent research career.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a relevant medical or doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DrPH, ScD) in quantitative sciences (biostatistics, artificial intelligence, epidemiology, etc.), health sciences (e.g., medicine, nutrition, public health, etc.), or related professions (e.g., economics, public policy, business, law, etc.). Strong quantitative and data skills are a must. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning tools to manage, clean, and code complex nutrient content and food product datasets. Experience with data visualizations, front of pack labeling, and nutrition policy would also be an asset.
Individuals who work well across disciplines, are collegial and collaborative, and have interest in the intersections of nutrition, information systems, health, medicine, and equity will particularly thrive in this role. Candidates must have a track record of successful interdisciplinary research as evidenced by multiple original, peer-reviewed research publications in a relevant field. We seek candidates whose work is relevant to diverse stakeholders in public and health sectors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required education, experience and skills
Applicants must have an MD or doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD); additional training in biostatistics, coding, AI, epidemiology, nutrition, public health, economics, or related fields; and a record of original, first-author research publications in relevant areas. Candidates must have excellent quantitative/analytical research skills, strong written and oral communication skills, experience using analytic programs for data management and analysis (e.g., STATA, SPSS, SAS, R), and familiarity with AI tools for data processing, nutrient coding, and analysis of large food and dietary datasets, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team with collaborators.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete application will include; cover letter, CV, and names of three references (if available, reference letters welcomed). Applications should be submitted via Interfolio. Questions can be directed to Julia Sharib (julia.reedy@tufts.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received.
SALARY RANGE:
Minimum $67,500.00, Midpoint $72,875.00, Maximum $78,250.00
Overview:
The Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University (the Institute) seeks an outstanding postdoctoral fellow to work on an original nutrient profiling system, Food Compass, under the mentorship and guidance of Institute Director Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian.
Bringing together research, training, patient services, policy development, and community engagement, the Institute aims to serve as a catalyst to drive change, improve health, reduce health disparities, and create a more equitable and resilient healthcare system that recognizes the power of nourishing food. Its efforts are centered in health equity to work collaboratively with and improve the lives of traditionally marginalized, vulnerable populations. The Institute also hosts and builds networks with partnerships with stakeholders within and beyond healthcare to ensure that efforts advance well-being and policy broadly and reach the people who need them most.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This is a full-time (12 months per year) position with an anticipated duration of 2-3 years, subject to annual review and renewal based on performance and available funding. The position is based in Boston, MA, and requires regular in-person work. Flexible and hybrid arrangements (e.g., 1–2 days per week remote) may be considered; fully remote work is not available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The start date is negotiable. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development, travel, and collaboration with leading researchers and partners.
The successful candidate will meaningfully contribute to advancing the development, expansion, and application of Food Compass across various partnerships. This may include research and activities related to:
- Updating and expanding the Food Compass algorithm according to the latest science, including expansion to include novel health-related bioactive attributes;
- Supporting ongoing work and manuscripts, including related data manipulation and harmonization of large U.S. branded food databases, including application of AI tools for nutrient attribute coding, ingredient extraction, and large-scale dataset harmonization;
- Leading analyses describing dietary intake in the United States and internationally using Food Compass and existing dietary data from major data sources, including the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the USDA Branded Foods Database, UK Biobank, and others;
- Collaborating with food retailers, healthcare systems, international health-focused government agencies, nutrition-focused venture capital firms and coalitions, and other organizations to advance the role of NPS in consumer education and the creation of a healthier and more equitable food environment;
- Disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders, including the scientific community, food system leaders, legislative bodies, and advocacy groups and agencies.
The fellow will work within a close-knit, collegial multi-disciplinary team of other trainees, students, and staff within the Institute. In addition to mentoring from Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the fellow will interact with and gain knowledge and experience from a range of other expert faculty across the Institute and beyond. The fellow will also benefit from meetings, seminars, and coalitions of multi-sector leaders in Food is Medicine including healthcare, community-based, retail, policy, and advocacy organizations. The training program will emphasize the design and publication of original analyses and manuscripts as first author, career development, and transition toward an independent research career.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a relevant medical or doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DrPH, ScD) in quantitative sciences (biostatistics, artificial intelligence, epidemiology, etc.), health sciences (e.g., medicine, nutrition, public health, etc.), or related professions (e.g., economics, public policy, business, law, etc.). Strong quantitative and data skills are a must. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning tools to manage, clean, and code complex nutrient content and food product datasets. Experience with data visualizations, front of pack labeling, and nutrition policy would also be an asset.
Individuals who work well across disciplines, are collegial and collaborative, and have interest in the intersections of nutrition, information systems, health, medicine, and equity will particularly thrive in this role. Candidates must have a track record of successful interdisciplinary research as evidenced by multiple original, peer-reviewed research publications in a relevant field. We seek candidates whose work is relevant to diverse stakeholders in public and health sectors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required education, experience and skills
Applicants must have an MD or doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD); additional training in biostatistics, coding, AI, epidemiology, nutrition, public health, economics, or related fields; and a record of original, first-author research publications in relevant areas. Candidates must have excellent quantitative/analytical research skills, strong written and oral communication skills, experience using analytic programs for data management and analysis (e.g., STATA, SPSS, SAS, R), and familiarity with AI tools for data processing, nutrient coding, and analysis of large food and dietary datasets, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team with collaborators.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete application will include; cover letter, CV, and names of three references (if available, reference letters welcomed). Applications should be submitted via Interfolio. Questions can be directed to Julia Sharib (julia.reedy@tufts.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received.
SALARY RANGE:
Minimum $67,500.00, Midpoint $72,875.00, Maximum $78,250.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Food Service Director
Align your credentials to USMCA categories
Food Service Director positions must fit a qualifying USMCA professional category. Gather degree transcripts, professional licenses, and any food safety certifications before approaching employers, so you can demonstrate specialty occupation fit from the first conversation.
Target multi-unit operators over single locations
Hospital networks, hotel chains, and contract foodservice companies like those serving healthcare or university campuses regularly sponsor TN visas because they have established HR infrastructure and recurring director-level openings across multiple sites.
Confirm employer visa sponsorship experience before accepting
Your employer must prepare a support letter documenting your role, qualifications, and TN eligibility before you apply at a U.S. consulate or port of entry. Ask HR whether they've sponsored work visas before—employers experienced with visa sponsorship typically understand the documentation and qualification requirements needed for TN cases.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Food Service Director roles at employers with recent visa filings. Filtering by employers experienced with visa sponsorship saves weeks of outreach to companies already set up to sponsor international candidates.
Prepare a role-specific support letter early
CBP officers evaluating TN petitions at the border need a detailed employer support letter tying your Food Service Director duties to a qualifying USMCA category. Vague letters citing generic management tasks are the most common reason TN applications get questioned at the port of entry.
Understand Mexican TN allocation limits upfront
Mexican nationals face an annual TN numerical limit, unlike Canadians who have cap-free access. If you're Mexican, factor this into your timeline and confirm with your employer that the allocation hasn't been exhausted for the current fiscal year before finalizing your offer acceptance.
Food Service Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Food Service Director role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Food Service Director positions can qualify under the USMCA's Management Consultant or Hotel/Restaurant Management professional categories, depending on how the role is structured. The position must require specialized knowledge and at minimum a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field. Roles with a clear focus on financial oversight, operational systems, or institutional food program management tend to align most cleanly with USMCA category definitions.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN is significantly more accessible for Food Service Director roles than H-1B visa. There's no lottery, no annual cap for Canadian applicants, and no lengthy USCIS petition queue. Canadian citizens can obtain TN status directly at a port of entry or preclearance site in a single day with a qualifying job offer and the right documentation. H-1B visa requires months of processing and selection by lottery, making it impractical for most employers filling director-level foodservice positions.
How do I find Food Service Director jobs that include TN visa sponsorship?
Most employers don't advertise TN sponsorship explicitly in job postings, which makes filtering difficult on general platforms. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface roles at employers with verified sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on Food Service Director openings at organizations that have already demonstrated willingness and capacity to sponsor TN visa candidates.
What documentation does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa for this role?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter describing your specific Food Service Director duties, your educational qualifications, the USMCA professional category being claimed, and your intended length of employment. You'll need to bring original transcripts, professional credentials, and the support letter to the port of entry (if Canadian) or U.S. consulate appointment (if Mexican). There is no government filing required before you apply—the support letter serves as your key documentation for demonstrating TN eligibility to immigration officials.
Can I switch Food Service Director employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you can't start working for a new employer until that employer has filed a new TN petition on your behalf and it's approved or acknowledged. TN status is employer-specific, so your authorization from your previous employer ends when that employment ends. Canadian citizens can typically obtain new TN status at a port of entry the same day with the new employer's documentation in hand.