Professor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Louisiana

Louisiana's professor job market centers on institutions like Louisiana State University, Tulane University, and the University of New Orleans, with strong demand in STEM, health sciences, and social sciences. Baton Rouge and New Orleans host the most active hiring. Many faculty positions here come with H-1B or O-1 visa sponsorship through university international offices.

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Open Jobs112+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$59K
Top LocationNew Orleans, LA
Most JobsLSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans

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Tulane University
Lecturer
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Tulane University
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Lecturer
Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Nicholls State University
Assistant Professor / Population Geneticist
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Nicholls State University
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Assistant Professor / Population Geneticist
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, Louisiana
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
$53,050/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Louisiana State University
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR - CLINICAL, PEDIATRIC CARDIAC IMAGING
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Louisiana State University
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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR - CLINICAL, PEDIATRIC CARDIAC IMAGING
Louisiana State University
New Orleans, Louisiana
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Associate Professor / Professor
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LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
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Associate Professor / Professor
LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
501-1,000

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McNeese State University
Assistant Professor of Undergraduate Nursing
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McNeese State University
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Assistant Professor of Undergraduate Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Nursing
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
$60,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
501-1,000

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Professor Job Roles in Louisiana

Teaching & Instruction73 jobs
Higher Education61 jobs
Healthcare Administration45 jobs
Medical Specialists38 jobs
Physicians35 jobs
Nursing32 jobs
Curriculum Design21 jobs
Research & Academia19 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing12 jobs
Allied Health6 jobs

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Professor Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions

Which universities and employers sponsor visas for professors in Louisiana?

The primary sponsors are Louisiana's research universities: Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, Tulane University and Loyola University in New Orleans, and the University of Louisiana system campuses in Lafayette and Monroe. LSU and Tulane have dedicated international faculty support offices that regularly process H-1B petitions for tenure-track and visiting professor positions across disciplines.

Which visa types are most common for professor roles in Louisiana?

The H-1B is the most common visa for full-time, tenure-track professor positions because teaching and research at the university level qualifies as a specialty occupation. J-1 visas are frequently used for visiting professors, postdoctoral researchers, and exchange scholars. Candidates with exceptional academic records may also qualify for the O-1A, which does not require employer-filed lottery registration.

How to find professor visa sponsorship jobs in Louisiana?

Migrate Mate filters professor openings by state, so you can search specifically for Louisiana faculty positions where employers have indicated sponsorship willingness. This saves time compared to manually reviewing each university's careers portal. Louisiana's research institutions post positions year-round, but peak hiring for tenure-track roles typically runs August through February, aligning with academic hiring cycles.

Which cities in Louisiana have the most professor sponsorship jobs?

Baton Rouge and New Orleans account for the majority of professor sponsorship opportunities. Baton Rouge is home to LSU, Southern University, and several smaller institutions. New Orleans hosts Tulane, Loyola, Xavier University of Louisiana, and the University of New Orleans. Lafayette also has activity through the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, particularly in engineering and petroleum-related disciplines.

Are there any Louisiana-specific considerations for professors seeking visa sponsorship?

Louisiana's university hiring is heavily influenced by its energy, health sciences, and Gulf Coast research priorities, so STEM and public health faculty tend to see stronger departmental funding for sponsorship. H-1B cap-exempt status applies at most accredited universities, meaning positions are not subject to the annual lottery. Prospective faculty should confirm cap-exempt eligibility directly with the institution's international office before accepting an offer.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored professor jobs in Louisiana?

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.

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