Education E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Education E-3 visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago's university corridor and the broader Chicagoland metro, where institutions like the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Chicago Public Schools regularly hire internationally. Curriculum developers, instructional designers, and academic coordinators in specialty roles are among the most common E-3-eligible positions in the state's education sector.
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BSD ARC - GRAF
About the Department
The Animal Resources Center (ARC) at The University of Chicago supports animal research by ensuring humane care and proper use of all laboratory animals. It oversees all research animals on campus, manages six facilities and a business office, and includes husbandry, maintenance, operations, veterinary care, and finance/administration. ARC is part of the Office of Shared Research Facilities, which also manages BSD core facilities.
Job Summary
The GRAF Research Coordinator’s main duty is providing rodent colony breeding/production and technical support for research projects for Principal Investigators (PI) including maintaining mouse colonies within flexible film isolators, setting up and performing experiments. Under indirect supervision, this position performs moderately complex animal-related duties and tasks such as gavage, injections, breeding schemes, tissue harvest, etc. Collects, maintains and analyzes data. In addition, the GRAF Research Coordinator helps monitor compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. This position may coordinate the work of research support staff and students and may provide PI training.
Responsibilities
- Maintain breeding and experimental mouse colonies within flexible film isolators (includes tag, tail, wean and colony status records).
- Prepare materials for experimental procedures with germ free and ex-germ free 'associated' animals.
- Perform experimental interventions with germ free and ex-germ free 'associated' animals and assist Principal Investigator group to perform experiments within the facility.
- Perform weekly fecal specimen culture set-ups and monitoring.
- Perform health checks and health observations.
- Assist with training PI group and other research personnel working in the GRAF.
- Assist with advanced procedures which may include anesthesia and surgery.
- Assist with facility maintenance, isolator tasks, and facility operations (equipment and supply preparation) and administrative support to the Technical Director of the GRAF.
- Under guidance and direction, analyzes clinical samples and specimens and reports results. Prepares specimens for examination, and looks for abnormalities using automated equipment, and computerized instruments capable of performing a number of tests simultaneously.
- Has general awareness of safety, quality control, and quality assurance procedures. Maintains quality and safety control measures for the laboratory.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field OR in a field relevant to animal research being conducted is strongly preferred.
Experience:
- Experience in scientific animal research setting or experience in a Gnotobiotics facility.
- Previous work experience in an academic environment and biomedical research.
- Prior experience working with mouse colony management.
Licenses and Certifications:
- AALAS certification or eligibility for certification at LAT level or higher.
Preferred Competencies
- Computer knowledge and skills such as Word, Excel and other basic programs.
- Excellent written/verbal skills, must be detailed oriented.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance.
- Willingness to work successfully as a member of a team, ability to communicate effectively with faculty, graduate students and various administrative offices at all levels of the University, ability to prioritize.
- Ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills and capacity to handle multiple tasks in a short amount of time.
Working Conditions
- Involves a combination of mobility between facilities, work in a biological safety cabinet, and time spent in stationary positions, including standing or sitting while performing assigned duties, as well as periods of seated, computer-based work.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Range
$24.04 - $33.65
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
Department
BSD ARC - GRAF
About the Department
The Animal Resources Center (ARC) at The University of Chicago supports animal research by ensuring humane care and proper use of all laboratory animals. It oversees all research animals on campus, manages six facilities and a business office, and includes husbandry, maintenance, operations, veterinary care, and finance/administration. ARC is part of the Office of Shared Research Facilities, which also manages BSD core facilities.
Job Summary
The GRAF Research Coordinator’s main duty is providing rodent colony breeding/production and technical support for research projects for Principal Investigators (PI) including maintaining mouse colonies within flexible film isolators, setting up and performing experiments. Under indirect supervision, this position performs moderately complex animal-related duties and tasks such as gavage, injections, breeding schemes, tissue harvest, etc. Collects, maintains and analyzes data. In addition, the GRAF Research Coordinator helps monitor compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. This position may coordinate the work of research support staff and students and may provide PI training.
Responsibilities
- Maintain breeding and experimental mouse colonies within flexible film isolators (includes tag, tail, wean and colony status records).
- Prepare materials for experimental procedures with germ free and ex-germ free 'associated' animals.
- Perform experimental interventions with germ free and ex-germ free 'associated' animals and assist Principal Investigator group to perform experiments within the facility.
- Perform weekly fecal specimen culture set-ups and monitoring.
- Perform health checks and health observations.
- Assist with training PI group and other research personnel working in the GRAF.
- Assist with advanced procedures which may include anesthesia and surgery.
- Assist with facility maintenance, isolator tasks, and facility operations (equipment and supply preparation) and administrative support to the Technical Director of the GRAF.
- Under guidance and direction, analyzes clinical samples and specimens and reports results. Prepares specimens for examination, and looks for abnormalities using automated equipment, and computerized instruments capable of performing a number of tests simultaneously.
- Has general awareness of safety, quality control, and quality assurance procedures. Maintains quality and safety control measures for the laboratory.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field OR in a field relevant to animal research being conducted is strongly preferred.
Experience:
- Experience in scientific animal research setting or experience in a Gnotobiotics facility.
- Previous work experience in an academic environment and biomedical research.
- Prior experience working with mouse colony management.
Licenses and Certifications:
- AALAS certification or eligibility for certification at LAT level or higher.
Preferred Competencies
- Computer knowledge and skills such as Word, Excel and other basic programs.
- Excellent written/verbal skills, must be detailed oriented.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance.
- Willingness to work successfully as a member of a team, ability to communicate effectively with faculty, graduate students and various administrative offices at all levels of the University, ability to prioritize.
- Ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills and capacity to handle multiple tasks in a short amount of time.
Working Conditions
- Involves a combination of mobility between facilities, work in a biological safety cabinet, and time spent in stationary positions, including standing or sitting while performing assigned duties, as well as periods of seated, computer-based work.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Range
$24.04 - $33.65
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Search Education Jobs in IllinoisEducation E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which education employers in Illinois are known to sponsor E-3 visas?
Universities and large educational institutions account for most E-3 visa sponsorship activity in Illinois. The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, University of Illinois system, and DePaul University have established international hiring processes and experience filing Labor Condition Applications. Larger K-12 operators and edtech firms headquartered in Chicago also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data as E-3 sponsors, though sponsorship decisions vary by role and department.
Which cities in Illinois have the most education E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the overwhelming majority of education E-3 roles in Illinois, driven by its density of research universities, community colleges, and edtech companies. Evanston, home to Northwestern University, is the next most active market. Champaign-Urbana, where the University of Illinois flagship campus is located, also generates meaningful hiring volume, particularly for academic research, curriculum, and instructional technology positions.
What types of education roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Illinois?
E-3 sponsorship requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. In Illinois education, roles that commonly meet this standard include instructional designers, curriculum developers, academic advisors with specialized credentials, educational technologists, and research coordinators. General teaching assistant or administrative support roles often do not qualify because the degree requirement is not sufficiently specific to a field.
How do I find education E-3 sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking E-3 visa sponsorship and lets you filter by visa type, industry, and state, so you can browse education roles in Illinois directly. Because E-3 sponsorship depends on the employer's willingness to file a Labor Condition Application, filtering by verified sponsoring employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship later in the process.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for education E-3 sponsorship?
Illinois does not impose additional state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal E-3 rules. However, roles in Illinois public K-12 schools often require state educator licensure, which is a separate credential process from the visa itself and can affect whether a position is offered to international candidates. Private universities and edtech companies in Chicago tend to have more flexible hiring processes for E-3 applicants, as they are not bound by the same public credentialing requirements.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 education jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.