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Policy roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a degree in political science, public administration, or a related field. Employers file directly with CBP at the border or port of entry, with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, making Policy one of the more accessible TN pathways.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Assistant Professor of Educational Policy Studies & Evaluation-Qualitative Research Design & Methods, Regular Title Series
Requisition Number: FE04955
Department Name: 8G060:Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track
Required Education
Earned doctorate in qualitative research design and methods or related area, or an earned doctorate in disciplinary areas such as education policy, public policy, higher education, or a closely related field with extensive preparation in qualitative research design and methods.
Required Related Experience
Required qualifications include:
- Experience in conducting qualitative research
- Demonstrated or evidenced potential to teach qualitative methods and methodologies at the graduate level
- Evidence of scholarly productivity
- Experience working with student populations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Job Summary
The Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation (EPE) in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications and nominations for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor position, effective August 15, 2027. The individual will be responsible for carrying out research, teaching, and service within the department. We welcome applicants with methodological expertise in qualitative research design and methods that aligns with the topical areas of focus within EPE.
Main duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Teach courses in EPE
- Have an active research agenda including the active pursuit of extramural funding
- Maintain a professional service agenda appropriate for rank and career stage
- Assist with the recruitment and advising of graduate students and serve on doctoral program committees
- Support the strategic goals and priorities of the Department, College, and University
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Successful post-secondary teaching and advising of graduate students
- Online teaching experience
- Research and methodological interests in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence and large language models, community engaged inquiry, and participatory research methods
To apply for the position, please upload the following:
- Curriculum vita
- Cover letter – Address your qualifications, area(s) of specialization, and desired courses to teach
- Two representative publications or writing samples
- Unofficial Academic Transcripts – Official transcripts required upon hire
- Statement on Teaching, Advising, and Service – (One page, upload under Specific Request 1)
- Statement on Research and Scholarly Activity – (One page, upload under Specific Request 2)
- Names and contact information of three people from whom references may be solicited
The review of applications begins September 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Kayla Johnson, Search Committee Chair, at kayla.johnson@uky.edu
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred qualifications include:
- Successful post-secondary teaching and advising of graduate students
- Online teaching experience
- Research and methodological interests in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence and large language models, community-engaged inquiry, and participatory research methods
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Educational Policy Studies & Evaluation-Qualitative Research Design & Methods, Regular Title Series
Requisition Number: FE04955
Department Name: 8G060:Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track
Required Education
Earned doctorate in qualitative research design and methods or related area, or an earned doctorate in disciplinary areas such as education policy, public policy, higher education, or a closely related field with extensive preparation in qualitative research design and methods.
Required Related Experience
Required qualifications include:
- Experience in conducting qualitative research
- Demonstrated or evidenced potential to teach qualitative methods and methodologies at the graduate level
- Evidence of scholarly productivity
- Experience working with student populations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Job Summary
The Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation (EPE) in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications and nominations for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor position, effective August 15, 2027. The individual will be responsible for carrying out research, teaching, and service within the department. We welcome applicants with methodological expertise in qualitative research design and methods that aligns with the topical areas of focus within EPE.
Main duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Teach courses in EPE
- Have an active research agenda including the active pursuit of extramural funding
- Maintain a professional service agenda appropriate for rank and career stage
- Assist with the recruitment and advising of graduate students and serve on doctoral program committees
- Support the strategic goals and priorities of the Department, College, and University
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Successful post-secondary teaching and advising of graduate students
- Online teaching experience
- Research and methodological interests in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence and large language models, community engaged inquiry, and participatory research methods
To apply for the position, please upload the following:
- Curriculum vita
- Cover letter – Address your qualifications, area(s) of specialization, and desired courses to teach
- Two representative publications or writing samples
- Unofficial Academic Transcripts – Official transcripts required upon hire
- Statement on Teaching, Advising, and Service – (One page, upload under Specific Request 1)
- Statement on Research and Scholarly Activity – (One page, upload under Specific Request 2)
- Names and contact information of three people from whom references may be solicited
The review of applications begins September 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Kayla Johnson, Search Committee Chair, at kayla.johnson@uky.edu
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred qualifications include:
- Successful post-secondary teaching and advising of graduate students
- Online teaching experience
- Research and methodological interests in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence and large language models, community-engaged inquiry, and participatory research methods
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Policy
Align your degree to the role
TN visa Policy roles require a bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, economics, or a directly related field. Ensure your transcripts and credential evaluations clearly match the job description before applying, or a CBP officer may deny entry.
Target agencies with established TN pipelines
Federal contractors, think tanks, and state-level government affairs offices regularly sponsor TN professionals in policy roles. Focus on organizations that already work with USMCA nationals, since their HR teams know the documentation requirements and won't stall on an unfamiliar visa category.
Request a support letter before your border crossing
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter describing the policy role, your qualifications, your salary, and the intended duration of employment. CBP officers evaluate TN eligibility at the port of entry, so a vague or incomplete letter is the most common reason Canadian professionals are turned away.
Search for TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Policy job listings by employers who have TN visa sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to roles where you'd have to educate HR from scratch about whether your occupation qualifies under USMCA.
Prepare for Mexican TN consular processing early
Unlike Canadians, Mexican nationals cannot self-petition at the border. You'll apply at a U.S. consulate, which adds scheduling lead time. Start the consular appointment process as soon as you receive a job offer to avoid gaps between your expected start date and visa issuance.
Get your job offer scoped to a TN-eligible specialty
Policy is a broad field, and not every policy-related title maps cleanly to a USMCA-recognized occupation. Work with your employer to ensure the offer letter and job description use language that CBP associates with qualifying social science or government specialty roles.
Policy TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Policy role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Policy roles can qualify for TN status when the position requires a degree in a recognized discipline such as political science, economics, or public administration, and the job duties align with a USMCA-recognized professional category. CBP evaluates the specific job title and description at entry, so how the role is scoped and documented matters as much as the occupation title itself.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Policy professionals?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian nationals, making it far more predictable than the H-1B visa for Policy roles. H-1B requires USCIS petition approval and employer sponsorship through a formal filing process that can take months. TN approval for Canadians happens at the port of entry, often the same day, which means you can start work much faster if your documentation is in order.
Where can I find employers offering TN visa sponsorship for Policy jobs?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for USMCA professionals and lets you search Policy job listings filtered by employers with TN visa sponsorship history. General job boards don't filter by visa category, so you waste time applying to roles where the employer has no experience with TN petitions and may decline to sponsor.
Can I switch Policy employers while on a TN visa?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working for them. Canadians can get a new TN at the border with a new support letter from the incoming employer. Mexicans must return to a U.S. consulate. Working even one day for a new employer without updated TN authorization puts you out of status.
What documentation does my employer need to prepare for a TN Policy sponsorship?
Your employer must prepare a support letter that identifies the specific policy role, confirms it requires a degree in a USMCA-recognized professional field, lists your qualifications, states your salary, and covers the employment period. You'll also need your degree transcripts or a credential evaluation. CBP officers at the border or a consular officer in Mexico reviews this package to make the eligibility determination.