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Public Relations specialists qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA as professionals in a recognized specialty category. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the U.S. border or a port of entry without a petition. Mexican citizens require consular processing. Employers must document the PR role meets professional-level requirements before you arrive.
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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 Public Relations
Align your credentials to PR's specialty occupation standard
TN visa approval hinges on your employer documenting that the Public Relations role requires a bachelor's degree in PR, communications, or a related field. Gather your transcripts and degree certificates before outreach so you're ready to support that case.
Target employers with dedicated communications or PR departments
Companies with in-house PR functions are more familiar with TN visa mechanics than agencies that contract work out. Search for employers whose job postings require a specific communications degree, which signals the role will satisfy the specialty occupation requirement.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by TN visa sponsorship
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces Public Relations roles where TN sponsorship is confirmed, so you spend your effort on employers already prepared to support the filing.
Negotiate the support letter before accepting an offer
Your employer's TN support letter must describe the PR role's duties, your specific degree, and why the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. Request a draft before you sign an offer so you can flag any gaps that could cause a border refusal.
Prepare for Canadian border entry with the right document set
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry. Bring your employer's support letter, your degree credentials, and a copy of your offer letter. CBP officers review all three, and missing any one can result in a same-day denial.
Book Mexican consular appointments well in advance
Mexican professionals must apply through a U.S. consulate, and appointment availability varies significantly by city and season. USCIS does not set the consular calendar, so build at least six to eight weeks of lead time into your start date planning.
Public Relations TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Relations role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a closely related field. The employer must document this degree requirement in the TN support letter. A generalist communications role where any degree is accepted will not qualify. The more precisely your job description ties duties to a specific field of study, the stronger the TN case.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Public Relations professionals?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at a U.S. port of entry on the same day for Canadian citizens. H-1B visa requires an employer petition, an April lottery, and months of processing. For Canadian and Mexican PR professionals, TN is generally faster and more predictable, though it does not directly lead to permanent residence the way H-1B can.
Where can I find Public Relations jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Public Relations roles by TN visa sponsorship status so you're not sifting through postings from employers who can't or won't support the filing. Searching without that filter means spending significant time on roles that will dead-end when you raise the TN question.
Can I switch PR employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you need a new TN for each employer. You can't transfer TN status the way H-1B allows employer portability after 180 days. Canadian citizens can apply at the border for a new TN when starting with a new employer. Mexican citizens must schedule a new consular appointment. Plan for this lead time before your last day with your current employer.
What happens if CBP questions whether my PR role qualifies as a specialty occupation?
CBP officers have discretion to deny TN entry if the support letter doesn't clearly establish the degree requirement. Bring supporting documentation: the job posting, your degree transcripts, and any professional credentials. If denied, you can reapply with a stronger letter but may lose the start date you negotiated. Having your employer review the letter against USCIS specialty occupation guidance before you travel reduces this risk significantly.