Education H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
H-1B visa sponsorship education jobs in Tennessee are concentrated at major research universities and large school districts across the state. Vanderbilt University, the University of Tennessee system, and Metro Nashville Public Schools are among the employers with documented sponsorship activity. Nashville, Knoxville, and Memphis anchor most hiring, particularly for faculty, research, instructional technology, and specialized curriculum roles.
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Hiring Range: $21.69/Hourly
THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION FUNDED UNTIL MARCH 30, 2028
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Research Study Coordinator 1 Level 2 serves as a key member of the HABITS (Making Healthy Habits Stick) research team, a multi-site NIH-funded study designed to improve long-term physical activity maintenance among cancer survivors. This position supports the day-to-day implementation of study activities, including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, data collection, intervention delivery, retention efforts, regulatory compliance, and study tracking. This position works closely with investigators, research staff, peer coaches, and collaborating institutions to ensure high-quality study implementation and adherence to research protocols.
- Delivers behavioral intervention to study participants as specified in the study protocol, which includes but is not limited to interactive sessions, telephone conversations, emails, and texts.
- Screens potential participants to determine eligibility; administers appropriate assessments and enters data into the database.
- Performs regulatory duties, including study record keeping, data quality assurance, consent procedures, adverse event reports, and any additional requirements specified by IRB, FDA, or other authorized regulatory bodies.
- Documents all adverse events, medication adjustments, and/or protocol deviations reported by study participants using protocol-specific procedures/forms while using good clinical judgment.
- Develops and initiates retention and recruitment strategies and serves as one of the study participants' primary contacts.
- Assists with reports, research summaries, and appropriate contributions to patient-directed materials as directed by research and program leadership.
- Attends protocol-specific research meetings to troubleshoot any potential problems regarding assigned protocol(s).
- Assists in training and orientation of other study staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
One (1) year of related experience; OR Master’s Degree in lieu of experience; OR a combination of education and experience to equal five (5) years.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work both independently and in close contact with a study team, clinical providers, patients, academic collaborators, students, families, and community participants.
- Highly developed organizational and time management skills.
- Fluency with clinical research management and regulatory issues.
- Comfort with quantitative/qualitative data collection, scientific writing, community-based health research, and public presentation.
- Must possess impeccable interpersonal and communication skills.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.
Market Range: 08
Hiring Range: $21.69/Hourly
THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION FUNDED UNTIL MARCH 30, 2028
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Research Study Coordinator 1 Level 2 serves as a key member of the HABITS (Making Healthy Habits Stick) research team, a multi-site NIH-funded study designed to improve long-term physical activity maintenance among cancer survivors. This position supports the day-to-day implementation of study activities, including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, data collection, intervention delivery, retention efforts, regulatory compliance, and study tracking. This position works closely with investigators, research staff, peer coaches, and collaborating institutions to ensure high-quality study implementation and adherence to research protocols.
- Delivers behavioral intervention to study participants as specified in the study protocol, which includes but is not limited to interactive sessions, telephone conversations, emails, and texts.
- Screens potential participants to determine eligibility; administers appropriate assessments and enters data into the database.
- Performs regulatory duties, including study record keeping, data quality assurance, consent procedures, adverse event reports, and any additional requirements specified by IRB, FDA, or other authorized regulatory bodies.
- Documents all adverse events, medication adjustments, and/or protocol deviations reported by study participants using protocol-specific procedures/forms while using good clinical judgment.
- Develops and initiates retention and recruitment strategies and serves as one of the study participants' primary contacts.
- Assists with reports, research summaries, and appropriate contributions to patient-directed materials as directed by research and program leadership.
- Attends protocol-specific research meetings to troubleshoot any potential problems regarding assigned protocol(s).
- Assists in training and orientation of other study staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
One (1) year of related experience; OR Master’s Degree in lieu of experience; OR a combination of education and experience to equal five (5) years.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work both independently and in close contact with a study team, clinical providers, patients, academic collaborators, students, families, and community participants.
- Highly developed organizational and time management skills.
- Fluency with clinical research management and regulatory issues.
- Comfort with quantitative/qualitative data collection, scientific writing, community-based health research, and public presentation.
- Must possess impeccable interpersonal and communication skills.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.
H-1B Education Job Roles in Tennessee
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Search Education Jobs in TennesseeEducation H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
Which education employers in Tennessee sponsor H-1B visas?
Tennessee's most active H-1B visa sponsors in education include Vanderbilt University, the University of Tennessee (Knoxville and Memphis campuses), Tennessee State University, and Belmont University. Large public school districts such as Metro Nashville Public Schools and Shelby County Schools have also filed H-1B petitions, typically for specialized instructional or administrative roles that require a specific bachelor's degree or higher.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most education H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Nashville leads the state in education H-1B activity, driven by Vanderbilt University, Belmont, and one of the country's largest school districts. Knoxville follows, anchored by the University of Tennessee's flagship campus. Memphis is a third concentration point, with the University of Memphis and Shelby County Schools both filing petitions. Smaller university towns like Murfreesboro (Middle Tennessee State University) also see periodic activity.
What types of education roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Tennessee?
Roles that consistently qualify include tenured and tenure-track faculty positions, postdoctoral researchers, instructional designers, curriculum specialists, and education technology roles requiring a specialized degree. Positions in student affairs, general administration, or K-12 classroom teaching are less commonly sponsored because they may not meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum entry requirement for the role.
How do I find education H-1B sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface education roles in Tennessee where employers have a documented history of H-1B sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to reviewing individual university career portals or district postings manually. Migrate Mate updates listings regularly, so checking back frequently improves your chances of catching new postings early.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in education?
Tennessee's public universities are state institutions, which means their H-1B filings are subject to public records laws and are well-documented in DOL disclosure data. State budget cycles can affect hiring timelines at public schools and universities, so sponsored positions may open in concentrated periods around legislative appropriations. Private institutions like Vanderbilt have more hiring flexibility year-round. Cap-exempt status applies to most accredited universities, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B education jobs in Tennessee?
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.