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Food Supervisor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Scientific Technician/Technologist or Management consultant categories, depending on how the position is structured. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with an employer offer letter. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. No lottery, no cap for Canadians.
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Requisition # 76020
Position Basics
Type of Position: OTHER
Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled
Advertising Started on: Friday, August 21st, 2026
College: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Department: Health Sport and Human Physiology
Salary
Salary: Commensurate
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Position Description:
The Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track, Instructional Track (open-rank) faculty position in Food and Nutrition beginning January 13, 2027, with an initial appointment period of 2.5 years (Spring 2027 through Spring 2029) and renewable thereafter in three-year increments. Applications are sought from candidates with an established record of outstanding teaching in food and nutrition. Duties of this position include didactic teaching (80%) and service (20%). Possible courses to be taught include HHP: 2310 Nutrition and Health, HHP: 4310 Sport and Exercise Nutrition, HHP: 3820 Culinary Medicine, and HHP: 3050 Obesity and other courses within area of expertise.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please go directly to the Jobs@UIOWA website and search for requisition #76020. Required application materials are a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, teaching statement, and a document with the name and contact information for three professional references. Inquiries about the position may be directed to search chair, Professor Kathy Mellen (katherine-mellen@uiowa.edu).
WORK AUTHORIZATION INFORMATION
For H-1B petitions subject to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage impacted individuals to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.
MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Education Requirement:
Master's degree in food, nutrition, dietetics, or related field awarded by the appointment start date.
Required Qualifications:
- Must demonstrate excellent communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
- Previous teaching of full semester length course as primary instructor or graduate TA at the collegiate level.
Desirable Qualifications:
- PhD in food, nutrition, dietetics, or related field.
- Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian.
- Previous teaching experience in large-enrollment courses (60-80 students) at the collegiate level.
- Previous supervision of graduate teaching assistants.
- Previous professional experience as a practitioner in nutrition, dietetics, or culinary medicine.
Online Application Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Name and Contact Information of References
- Letter of Interest
- Teaching Statement
Number of References: 3
To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information
Contact: Katherine R Mellen - katherine-mellen@uiowa.edu
Clas-Health Sport & Human Phys
Health Sciences Academic Building
302 S. Grand Avenue
4528 HSAB
Iowa City, IA 52242-1308
Department URL: https://hshp.uiowa.edu/
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
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Frame your credentials around USMCA categories
TN visa eligibility for Food Supervisor roles depends on how your employer defines the position. A degree in food science, nutrition, or agricultural business strengthens your case far more than general management experience alone.
Target food manufacturers with multi-site operations
Large food processing companies, contract manufacturers, and national restaurant groups file TN petitions regularly. Multi-site employers are more likely to have HR teams familiar with the process and willing to sponsor.
Ask employers about their TN filing experience directly
Before accepting an offer, confirm whether the employer has filed TN petitions before. Employers new to TN often underestimate how quickly a Canadian can start work after a successful port-of-entry presentation.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Food Supervisor roles by employers with recent visa filings, helping you identify companies experienced with work visa sponsorship and more likely to understand visa-eligible positions.
Prepare a degree-to-role alignment letter for your employer
CBP officers review whether your academic background fits the offered position. A clear written statement from your employer explaining how your food science or related degree applies to the supervisory role reduces border delays.
Mexican applicants should book consular appointments early
Unlike Canadians, Mexican citizens cannot self-petition at the border and must schedule a consular interview. Appointment availability at U.S. consulates in Mexico varies significantly by city, so plan at least eight to twelve weeks ahead.
Food Supervisor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Food Supervisor role qualify for a TN visa?
It depends on how the position is classified. TN visa eligibility requires the role to fit an approved USMCA occupational category. Food Supervisor positions tied to food science, nutrition management, or agricultural operations are stronger candidates than general supervisory roles without a degree-level requirement. Your employer's job description and your academic credentials both factor into the CBP officer's determination.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Food Supervisor positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can apply and start work within days of a successful port-of-entry presentation. H-1B visa requires registration in a lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate in recent years and months of processing time. For Food Supervisor roles that qualify under USMCA categories, TN is a faster and more predictable path than H-1B.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter confirming the job title, duties, required qualifications, and the professional nature of the role. The letter should explicitly connect your degree to the Food Supervisor position. Canadians present this letter at the port of entry alongside their credentials. Mexican citizens submit it as part of the DS-160 consular application package.
Where can I find Food Supervisor jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN visa sponsorship in the United States. You can search Food Supervisor roles filtered by employers with recent visa filings, which removes the guesswork of approaching companies unfamiliar with visa sponsorship processes. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship experience reliably for TN applicants.
Can I switch Food Supervisor employers while on a TN visa?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization for each employer change. Canadians can apply at the port of entry with a new offer letter from the incoming employer. Mexican citizens must return to a U.S. consulate for a new visa stamp. You cannot begin work for the new employer until the new TN is approved, so timing your transition carefully with both parties matters.