Adjunct Instructor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is home to a dense network of universities and colleges, from Harvard and MIT in Cambridge to UMass campuses statewide, making it one of the most active states for adjunct instructor hiring. International candidates seeking visa sponsorship will find sponsoring employers concentrated in the Greater Boston area, Worcester, and Springfield.
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Bentley University’s UX Certificate Program is always interested in learning about qualified candidates for future openings. Based on the needs of the UX Certificate Program, we will actively source candidates from this applicant pool when hiring needs arise. UX Certificate Program Adjuncts teach a 2 day course, always held on Thursday-Friday from 9-5 pm. The course subject depends on your background and experience. We have a list of courses we offer and are open to new ideas for course topics. The instructor will need to develop a curriculum and slideshow presentation for the course, as well prepare an out-of-class assignment for the students to complete after the class has ended.
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires a minimum of seven years managing UX teams in a consulting or product development organization and a master’s degree in human factors or HCI.
Pay Transparency:
At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role.
Salary Range:
Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509.
For the 2025–26 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course.
Courses with labs and other four-credit courses shall be compensated at a higher minimum rate of $9,333.00 per course.
If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu.
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Job Description Summary
Bentley University’s UX Certificate Program is always interested in learning about qualified candidates for future openings. Based on the needs of the UX Certificate Program, we will actively source candidates from this applicant pool when hiring needs arise. UX Certificate Program Adjuncts teach a 2 day course, always held on Thursday-Friday from 9-5 pm. The course subject depends on your background and experience. We have a list of courses we offer and are open to new ideas for course topics. The instructor will need to develop a curriculum and slideshow presentation for the course, as well prepare an out-of-class assignment for the students to complete after the class has ended.
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires a minimum of seven years managing UX teams in a consulting or product development organization and a master’s degree in human factors or HCI.
Pay Transparency:
At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role.
Salary Range:
Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509.
For the 2025–26 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course.
Courses with labs and other four-credit courses shall be compensated at a higher minimum rate of $9,333.00 per course.
If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu.
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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Which employers in Massachusetts sponsor visas for adjunct instructor roles?
Larger institutions with dedicated international hiring infrastructure, such as Harvard University, MIT, Boston University, Northeastern University, and the University of Massachusetts system, are among the employers most likely to sponsor work visas for adjunct instructors in Massachusetts. Smaller community colleges occasionally sponsor as well, though adjunct sponsorship is less common there due to limited HR resources and part-time contract structures.
Which visa types are most commonly used for adjunct instructor positions in Massachusetts?
The H-1B visa is the most common route for adjunct instructors, as teaching at the postsecondary level typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The J-1 Exchange Visitor visa is also used, particularly for visiting scholars and lecturers. Some institutions use the O-1 for candidates with extraordinary academic achievement. Cap-exempt H-1B filings are available for nonprofit universities, which covers most Massachusetts institutions.
How to find adjunct instructor visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by visa sponsorship status, so you can focus on adjunct instructor openings at Massachusetts institutions that have confirmed sponsorship willingness. Rather than sorting through hundreds of general postings, Migrate Mate surfaces roles relevant to international candidates. Filtering by Massachusetts and the adjunct instructor category gives you a practical shortlist of employers actively hiring sponsored faculty.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most adjunct instructor sponsorship jobs?
Greater Boston, including Cambridge and Somerville, concentrates the highest number of sponsoring institutions, given the density of research universities and liberal arts colleges in that area. Worcester is a secondary hub, home to Holy Cross, Clark University, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Springfield and Amherst in western Massachusetts also have active adjunct hiring through the UMass and Five College Consortium networks.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for adjunct instructors seeking visa sponsorship?
Because most Massachusetts universities are classified as nonprofit or governmental entities, they qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without being subject to the annual lottery. This significantly improves timing flexibility compared to for-profit employers. Adjunct roles are often part-time or semester-based, so candidates should confirm with the sponsoring institution that the position meets the full-time equivalency or hours threshold required to support a visa petition.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored adjunct instructor jobs in Massachusetts?
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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