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Massachusetts has a strong demand for sponsored teaching professionals, driven by its concentration of world-class universities, public school districts, and international schools in Greater Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester. Major employers include Boston Public Schools, Harvard University, MIT, and Tufts University, all with established records of sponsoring foreign national educators and researchers.
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The Department of Bioengineering in Boston currently has over six hundred undergraduate students and three hundred graduate students. The Department was founded in 2015 and currently has 38 tenure track faculty and 8 full-time teaching faculty. We are seeking teaching faculty to teach in a broad range of Bioengineering topics with emphasis on one or more of the following teaching areas:
- lab-based courses with experience in experimental methods such as mammalian cell culture, microbiological culture, microscopy, and agarose gel electrophoresis
- lecture-based courses on experimental design, measurement, and statistics
- engineering design courses (e.g., capstone)
- cell and tissue engineering
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position, as an Assistant/Associate/Full Teaching Professor. Appointments are made on an annual 8-month basis, salary commensurate with experience. Non-tenure-track faculty have renewable appointment terms and promotion eligibilities guided by the Faculty Handbook.
Candidates are expected to have teaching expertise generally within the Bioengineering domain, with ability to adapt towards teaching and developing new courses. Proposed state-of-the-art areas in bioengineering will also be considered in the candidate’s skill set.
We seek individuals with a passion to support high-quality teaching and maintain the highest instructional classroom and laboratory standards through preparation of lectures and lab exercises based on course descriptions and materials provided; effective facilitation of rich, respectful debates and discussions; timely development, review, and grading of assignments with appropriate coaching and feedback to the students; consistent connection with students and their performance.
The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a person that along with an enthusiasm for teaching, also demonstrates an ability to be a leader in the department to develop new programs and curricula that are applicable to current and future industry needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D., or foreign equivalent, in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering, biotechnology, data science, or related field required by the appointment start date.
- Track record of and/or clear commitment to teaching excellence at the university level.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work productively and successfully interact with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners.
- Interest in developing novel approaches to the teaching of Bioengineering topics, development of new courses and curricula to maintain the Program as state-of-the-art in a rapidly changing discipline.
Application Requirements
Application must include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, interests and objectives, and names and contact information of at least three references.
Teaching Statement & Philosophy:
Please summarize your past instructional and mentorship expertise, your pedagogical philosophy, your plans/goals for teaching (including existing and proposed courses), and your strategies for teaching and mentoring a diverse cohort of undergraduate and graduate students. Include a section discussing educational scholarship that you would conduct as part of your efforts in instruction and/or working with students.
Position Type
Academic
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Range:
Assistant Teaching Professor: $74,000.00 - $86,000.00 | Associate Teaching Professor: $82,000.00 - $94,000.00 | Teaching Professor: $111,000.00 - $126,000.00 | Associate Teaching Professor: $82,000.00 - $94,000.00 | Teaching Professor: $111,000.00 - $126,000.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
About the Opportunity
The Department of Bioengineering in Boston currently has over six hundred undergraduate students and three hundred graduate students. The Department was founded in 2015 and currently has 38 tenure track faculty and 8 full-time teaching faculty. We are seeking teaching faculty to teach in a broad range of Bioengineering topics with emphasis on one or more of the following teaching areas:
- lab-based courses with experience in experimental methods such as mammalian cell culture, microbiological culture, microscopy, and agarose gel electrophoresis
- lecture-based courses on experimental design, measurement, and statistics
- engineering design courses (e.g., capstone)
- cell and tissue engineering
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position, as an Assistant/Associate/Full Teaching Professor. Appointments are made on an annual 8-month basis, salary commensurate with experience. Non-tenure-track faculty have renewable appointment terms and promotion eligibilities guided by the Faculty Handbook.
Candidates are expected to have teaching expertise generally within the Bioengineering domain, with ability to adapt towards teaching and developing new courses. Proposed state-of-the-art areas in bioengineering will also be considered in the candidate’s skill set.
We seek individuals with a passion to support high-quality teaching and maintain the highest instructional classroom and laboratory standards through preparation of lectures and lab exercises based on course descriptions and materials provided; effective facilitation of rich, respectful debates and discussions; timely development, review, and grading of assignments with appropriate coaching and feedback to the students; consistent connection with students and their performance.
The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a person that along with an enthusiasm for teaching, also demonstrates an ability to be a leader in the department to develop new programs and curricula that are applicable to current and future industry needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D., or foreign equivalent, in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering, biotechnology, data science, or related field required by the appointment start date.
- Track record of and/or clear commitment to teaching excellence at the university level.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work productively and successfully interact with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners.
- Interest in developing novel approaches to the teaching of Bioengineering topics, development of new courses and curricula to maintain the Program as state-of-the-art in a rapidly changing discipline.
Application Requirements
Application must include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, interests and objectives, and names and contact information of at least three references.
Teaching Statement & Philosophy:
Please summarize your past instructional and mentorship expertise, your pedagogical philosophy, your plans/goals for teaching (including existing and proposed courses), and your strategies for teaching and mentoring a diverse cohort of undergraduate and graduate students. Include a section discussing educational scholarship that you would conduct as part of your efforts in instruction and/or working with students.
Position Type
Academic
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Range:
Assistant Teaching Professor: $74,000.00 - $86,000.00 | Associate Teaching Professor: $82,000.00 - $94,000.00 | Teaching Professor: $111,000.00 - $126,000.00 | Associate Teaching Professor: $82,000.00 - $94,000.00 | Teaching Professor: $111,000.00 - $126,000.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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Which employers sponsor visas for teaching roles in Massachusetts?
Boston Public Schools, Harvard University, MIT, Tufts University, Boston College, and Northeastern University are among the most active sponsors of teaching professionals in Massachusetts. Many private K-12 schools and international schools in Greater Boston also have experience with visa sponsorship, particularly for specialized subject teachers and bilingual educators.
Which visa types are most common for teaching roles in Massachusetts?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for postsecondary teaching roles at universities and colleges, where a master's or doctoral degree typically satisfies the specialty occupation requirement. J-1 visa exchange visitor visas are widely used for teacher exchange programs in K-12 settings. Some university faculty positions are also sponsored through O-1 visas for individuals with extraordinary ability in their academic field.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most teaching sponsorship jobs?
Greater Boston and Cambridge account for the largest share of sponsored teaching positions, driven by the density of universities and large public school districts. Worcester is a secondary hub with institutions like Clark University and Worcester Public Schools. Springfield and Lowell also have active public school districts that have historically sought internationally trained educators for bilingual and ESL programs.
How to find teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate filters teaching jobs in Massachusetts specifically to roles where employers have a history of visa sponsorship, saving you from applying to positions that won't support work authorization. You can search by role type, school district, or university directly on Migrate Mate to identify openings at institutions like Boston Public Schools, Harvard, and other Massachusetts employers actively hiring international educators.
Are there state-specific considerations for teaching sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires state educator licensure for K-12 public school teachers, which can affect visa sponsorship timelines since employers typically need a licensed or license-eligible candidate to proceed. International teachers should verify their credentials meet Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education standards early in the process. Postsecondary positions at universities generally have fewer licensure requirements but often expect advanced degrees.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored teaching 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.