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New Jersey's agriculture sector spans commercial nurseries and greenhouse operations in Burlington and Gloucester counties, produce farms along the Delaware Valley, and food science research tied to Rutgers University. F-1 OPT students in agronomy, plant science, food technology, and agricultural business can find sponsorship-eligible roles with growers, agribusiness firms, and university extension programs across the state.
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Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine
Overnight Emergency Veterinarian – Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University
Work type: Regular Full-Time OR Part-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine
Position Summary:
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University is seeking full and part-time Overnight Emergency faculty to join our program as part of our inaugural veterinary program and teaching hospital. Selected candidates will be integral in the development of the companion animal emergency/critical care (ECC) service housed within our new Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. The hospital is located 1.5 miles from our main Glassboro campus.
The ECC service will operate 24/7 and is responsible for small animal emergency cases including intake, management of hospitalized patients, and of the isolation facilities located within ECC. The new teaching hospital is designed to accommodate primary care and multiple specialty departments including anesthesia, diagnostic imaging (GE Revolution Ascend 128-slice CT and GE Signa Hero 3T MRI), dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, cardiology, exotics, dermatology, and surgery, and a full pharmacy with sterile compounding capabilities. The veterinary teaching hospital will function as a fully operational primary care and referral center and will be staffed appropriately to provide support and balance to both clinical and educational responsibilities. Our top priorities are delivering excellent patient care and training graduates who are competent, confident, and ready from day one.
This position supports an important clinical service in the veterinary teaching hospital and significantly contributes to both client satisfaction and revenue generation. The selected candidates will be responsible for providing emergency care to small animals and pet exotics– including intake, treatment, emergency procedures and/or soft tissue surgeries, and the management of the hospitalized patients. They will have direct responsibility for teaching and evaluation of veterinary students, interns, and residents in the clinical setting. Teaching veterinary students within the pre-clinical years and coordination of hands-on training experiences are essential components of the role. They will demonstrate commitment to a positive practice culture and values aligned with the mission, vision, and values of the SSVM.
Successful candidates will have demonstrated expertise in caring for small animals in an emergency/urgent care setting. Although prior experience with exotic emergencies is not required, the candidate should be willing to learn and see exotics through the emergency service.
These positions are open-rank and candidates are eligible for appointment at the Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor roles, either in a clinical or tenure track, based upon qualifications and professional goals. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Information about the Institution:
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine is located on the Glassboro, New Jersey west campus, 22 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine plans to admit its first class of DVM students in 2025, pending accreditation approval. Facilities will include an academic teaching facility aimed at the delivery of pre-clinical training, a small animal teaching hospital, and a research facility.
Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.
As a state public University, Rowan employees are eligible to participate in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. More information on this program is available at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Required Qualifications:
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in an emergency setting OR completion of a structured ER training program for 6 months or more (such as emERge, VEG) OR completion of a small animal rotating internship.
- Demonstrated teaching or training experience in a clinical setting (veterinary students, veterinary technicians, or mentees).
- Currently licensed in or eligible for licensure in NJ.
- NJ CDS permit or obtained upon hire.
- DEA registration or obtained upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience performing emergency soft tissue surgery.
- Experience and/or interest in pet exotic emergencies.
Salary Range:
In compliance with the State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000. When extending any salary offer, Rowan University considers many factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education, training, key skills, internal equity, as well as market and other organizational considerations.
Benefits:
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
Please Note: Position posting will be active until the job is filled.
Advertised: Sep 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 28 2026 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time
Job no: 501861
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine
Overnight Emergency Veterinarian – Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University
Work type: Regular Full-Time OR Part-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine
Position Summary:
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University is seeking full and part-time Overnight Emergency faculty to join our program as part of our inaugural veterinary program and teaching hospital. Selected candidates will be integral in the development of the companion animal emergency/critical care (ECC) service housed within our new Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. The hospital is located 1.5 miles from our main Glassboro campus.
The ECC service will operate 24/7 and is responsible for small animal emergency cases including intake, management of hospitalized patients, and of the isolation facilities located within ECC. The new teaching hospital is designed to accommodate primary care and multiple specialty departments including anesthesia, diagnostic imaging (GE Revolution Ascend 128-slice CT and GE Signa Hero 3T MRI), dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, cardiology, exotics, dermatology, and surgery, and a full pharmacy with sterile compounding capabilities. The veterinary teaching hospital will function as a fully operational primary care and referral center and will be staffed appropriately to provide support and balance to both clinical and educational responsibilities. Our top priorities are delivering excellent patient care and training graduates who are competent, confident, and ready from day one.
This position supports an important clinical service in the veterinary teaching hospital and significantly contributes to both client satisfaction and revenue generation. The selected candidates will be responsible for providing emergency care to small animals and pet exotics– including intake, treatment, emergency procedures and/or soft tissue surgeries, and the management of the hospitalized patients. They will have direct responsibility for teaching and evaluation of veterinary students, interns, and residents in the clinical setting. Teaching veterinary students within the pre-clinical years and coordination of hands-on training experiences are essential components of the role. They will demonstrate commitment to a positive practice culture and values aligned with the mission, vision, and values of the SSVM.
Successful candidates will have demonstrated expertise in caring for small animals in an emergency/urgent care setting. Although prior experience with exotic emergencies is not required, the candidate should be willing to learn and see exotics through the emergency service.
These positions are open-rank and candidates are eligible for appointment at the Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor roles, either in a clinical or tenure track, based upon qualifications and professional goals. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Information about the Institution:
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine is located on the Glassboro, New Jersey west campus, 22 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine plans to admit its first class of DVM students in 2025, pending accreditation approval. Facilities will include an academic teaching facility aimed at the delivery of pre-clinical training, a small animal teaching hospital, and a research facility.
Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.
As a state public University, Rowan employees are eligible to participate in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. More information on this program is available at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Required Qualifications:
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in an emergency setting OR completion of a structured ER training program for 6 months or more (such as emERge, VEG) OR completion of a small animal rotating internship.
- Demonstrated teaching or training experience in a clinical setting (veterinary students, veterinary technicians, or mentees).
- Currently licensed in or eligible for licensure in NJ.
- NJ CDS permit or obtained upon hire.
- DEA registration or obtained upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience performing emergency soft tissue surgery.
- Experience and/or interest in pet exotic emergencies.
Salary Range:
In compliance with the State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000. When extending any salary offer, Rowan University considers many factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education, training, key skills, internal equity, as well as market and other organizational considerations.
Benefits:
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
Please Note: Position posting will be active until the job is filled.
Advertised: Sep 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 28 2026 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time
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Which agriculture companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New Jersey?
New Jersey employers with histories of hiring F-1 OPT workers in agriculture include large greenhouse and nursery operations in Burlington and Gloucester counties, food processing companies in the central and southern parts of the state, and agribusiness firms connected to the Delaware Valley produce corridor. Rutgers University's agricultural research divisions and cooperative extension programs also regularly bring on OPT-eligible candidates for research and technical roles.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Bridgeton and Vineland in Cumberland County sit at the center of New Jersey's vegetable and fruit farming industry and offer the highest concentration of field and production roles. Moorestown and Mount Holly in Burlington County are hubs for commercial nursery and greenhouse employers. New Brunswick, home to Rutgers University's agricultural campus, is the primary location for food science, agronomy research, and extension-related OPT positions.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
F-1 OPT authorization is tied to your field of study, so qualifying roles are those directly related to your degree. In New Jersey's agriculture sector, positions that commonly align include crop and soil scientists, food technologists, agricultural research assistants, precision agriculture analysts, and supply chain coordinators at food and agribusiness companies. Roles requiring a degree in plant science, food science, environmental science, or agricultural business tend to fit most cleanly within OPT parameters.
How do I find agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT job seekers and filters listings by visa type and industry, so you can browse agriculture roles in New Jersey that are already tagged as OPT-eligible. Beyond the platform, targeting employers with established university hiring relationships, particularly those connected to Rutgers AgriExperiment Station, can improve your chances of finding positions where OPT authorization is understood and expected.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in New Jersey agriculture?
New Jersey's Right to Farm Act and its status as one of the most densely farmed states per acre means agriculture employers here range from small family operations to large commercial agribusinesses. Smaller farms rarely have the HR infrastructure to support OPT paperwork, so focusing on mid-size to large employers, university-affiliated programs, or food science and agtech companies gives F-1 students a more realistic path to documented OPT sponsorship. Seasonal roles often do not meet the full-time employment requirement under standard OPT.